Business Occupations and Professions (GBO) — Title 6. Electricians
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-101 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions
§ 6–101LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
(1)
“Assignment of local registration” means any procedure by which a licensee or registrant grants to another person a right to use a local registration to enable that person to engage in the business of providing electrical services.
(2)
“Assignment of local registration” includes any procedure by which:
(i)
a licensee or registrant agrees to be the representative of another person; and
(ii)
by virtue of that agreement, the other person is authorized to engage in the business of providing electrical services.
(c)
“Engage in the business of providing electrical services” means to engage in providing electrical services for compensation.
(d)
(1)
“License” means, unless the context requires otherwise, a license issued by the State Board to provide or assist in providing electrical services.
(2)
“License” includes, unless the context requires otherwise:
(i)
a master electrician license; and
(ii)
a journeyperson electrician license.
(e)
“Licensed apprentice electrician” means, unless the context requires otherwise, an electrician who is licensed by the State Board to assist in providing electrical services while:
(1)
under the direction or control of a licensed master electrician; and
(2)
in training to become a journeyperson electrician.
(f)
“Licensed journeyperson electrician” means, unless the context requires otherwise, an electrician who is licensed by the State Board to provide or assist in providing electrical services while:
(1)
under the direction or control of a licensed master electrician; and
(2)
in training to become a master electrician.
(g)
“Licensed master electrician” means, unless the context requires otherwise, a master electrician who is licensed by the State Board to provide electrical services.
(h)
“Local board” means a board that a local jurisdiction of the State creates to regulate any aspect of the electrical trade.
(i)
“Local registration” means, unless the context requires otherwise, a registration that is issued by a local board to provide electrical services.
(j)
“Master electrician” means an individual who has the experience, knowledge, and skill to provide electrical services in all aspects of the electrical trade, in a manner that complies with applicable plans, specifications, codes, or law.
(k)
(1)
“Provide electrical services” means to provide any service in the electrical trade.
(2)
“Provide electrical services” includes installing, repairing, maintaining, erecting, or altering any electrical equipment, wiring, fixture, appliance, apparatus, raceway, conduit, or system that:
(i)
generates, transmits, transforms, or uses electrical energy in any form for light, heat, power, or communication; and
(ii)
is located within a plant, substation, or elsewhere.
(l)
“State Board” means the State Board of Electricians.
(m)
“State license” means a license that is issued by the State Board to an electrician.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-102 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions
§ 6–102LinkCopy Citation
The purpose of this title is to establish a licensing program for individuals who provide or assist in providing electrical services, in order to safeguard the life, health, property, and public welfare of the citizens of the State.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-103 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions
§ 6–103LinkCopy Citation
(a)
This title does not affect the right of any local jurisdiction of the State:
(1)
to regulate locally the quality and character of work of a person who engages in the business of providing electrical services by establishing a system of registrations, permits, fees, and inspections designed to:
(i)
ensure compliance with and implementation of State and local building laws; or
(ii)
enforce other local laws protecting public health and safety;
(2)
to require a person who engages in the business of providing electrical services to submit any plan or specification for approval before the electrical services are provided;
(3)
to establish a local board to:
(i)
carry out items (1) and (2) of this subsection;
(ii)
take any disciplinary action, except for revocation of a license issued by the State Board, against the holder of a local registration or the holder of a local permit who violates any provision of this title or any local law; and
(iii)
report any enforcement activity to the State Board;
(4)
except as provided in §§ 6–504 and 6–602 of this title and subject to the requirements of this section, to require an examination before issuing a registration to provide electrical services within the local jurisdiction; or
(5)
to collect, from a person who is registered with a local board, fees for:
(i)
an examination for a registration to provide electrical services;
(ii)
issuance and renewal of the registration; or
(iii)
an inspection.
(b)
If a local jurisdiction registers any class of electricians other than master electricians, journeyperson electricians, or apprentice electricians, that class is also under the control and supervision of the local board.
(c)
(1)
Beginning July 1, 2021, a local jurisdiction may not issue licenses for apprentice, journeyperson, or master electricians.
(2)
A local jurisdiction that licensed apprentice–level, journeyperson–level, or master–level electricians before July 1, 2021, may continue to register the electricians according to the same rules and requirements for licenses issued before July 1, 2021, if the local jurisdiction complies with subsections (d) and (e) of this section.
(3)
A local jurisdiction that did not license apprentice–level, journeyperson–level, or master–level electricians before July 1, 2021, may choose to register apprentice–level, journeyperson–level, or master–level electricians if it complies with subsections (d) and (e) of this section.
(d)
If a local jurisdiction chooses to register apprentice–level, journeyperson–level, or master–level electricians under subsection (c) of this section, the local board shall administer the same examination as the State Board as provided under § 6–306 of this title.
(e)
On or before July 1, 2022, and on or before July 1 each year thereafter, a local jurisdiction that registers apprentice–level, journeyperson–level, or master–level electricians shall report to the Department:
(1)
each apprentice electrician registration issued in the previous year;
(2)
each journeyperson electrician registration issued in the previous year;
(3)
each master electrician registration issued in the previous year;
(4)
each individual who sat for a journeyperson electrician examination in the previous year;
(5)
each individual who sat for a master electrician examination in the previous year; and
(6)
any other information the Department requires.
(f)
This title may not be construed to waive any requirement of an ordinance or regulation that sets out the type of work to be performed by a person who engages in the business of providing electrical services as required under State or local building laws.
Subtitle 2. State Board of Electricians
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-201 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 2. State Board of Electricians
§ 6–201LinkCopy Citation
There is a State Board of Electricians in the Department.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-202 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 2. State Board of Electricians
§ 6–202LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
The State Board consists of 9 members appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.
(2)
Of the 9 members of the State Board:
(i)
6 shall be licensed master electricians; and
(ii)
3 shall be consumer members.
(3)
Of the 6 master electrician members:
(i)
1 shall be from Baltimore City;
(ii)
1 shall be from the area that consists of Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico, and Worcester counties;
(iii)
1 shall be from the area that consists of Baltimore, Cecil, and Harford counties;
(iv)
1 shall be from the area that consists of Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties;
(v)
1 shall be from the area that consists of Montgomery and Prince George’s counties; and
(vi)
1 shall be from the area that consists of Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, Howard, and Washington counties.
(4)
The consumer members shall be from the State at large.
(5)
A member of the State Board may not reside in the same county as another member.
(b)
Each member of the State Board shall be a citizen and resident of the State.
(c)
Each master electrician member of the State Board shall:
(1)
hold an active State license; and
(2)
be engaged actively in providing electrical services as a master electrician for at least 5 consecutive years immediately before appointment.
(d)
Each consumer member of the State Board:
(1)
shall be a member of the general public;
(2)
may not be a licensee or otherwise be subject to regulation by the State Board;
(3)
may not be required to meet the qualifications for the professional members of the State Board; and
(4)
may not, within 1 year before appointment, have had a financial interest in or have received compensation from a person regulated by the State Board.
(e)
While a member of the State Board, a consumer member may not:
(1)
have a financial interest in or receive compensation from a person regulated by the State Board; or
(2)
grade an examination given by or for the State Board.
(f)
Before taking office, each appointee to the State Board shall take the oath required by Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution.
(g)
(1)
The term of a member is 3 years and begins on July 1.
(2)
The terms of members are staggered as required by the terms provided for members of the State Board on October 1, 1989.
(3)
At the end of a term, a member continues to serve until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
(4)
A member who is appointed after a term has begun serves only for the rest of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
(5)
A member may not be reappointed for more than 2 consecutive 3-year terms.
(h)
(1)
The Governor may remove a member for incompetence or misconduct.
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection and subject to paragraph (4) of this subsection, a member shall be considered to have resigned if the member did not attend at least two–thirds of the State Board meetings held during any consecutive 12–month period while the member was serving on the State Board.
(3)
The Governor may waive a member’s resignation and allow the member to continue serving if the member has been unable to attend meetings for reasons satisfactory to the Governor and the reasons are made public.
(4)
In accordance with § 8–501 of the State Government Article, the chairman shall provide notice to the Governor and the Governor shall appoint a successor.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-203 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 2. State Board of Electricians
§ 6–203LinkCopy Citation
(a)
From among its members, the State Board annually shall elect a chairman, a vice chairman, and a secretary.
(b)
(1)
The manner of election of officers shall be as the State Board determines.
(2)
The terms of the officers are for 1 year and begin on July 1.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-204 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 2. State Board of Electricians
§ 6–204LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A majority of the authorized membership of the State Board is a quorum.
(b)
(1)
The State Board shall meet at least once a month, at the times that it determines, in the office of the State Board.
(2)
The State Board may hold special meetings as necessary.
(c)
Subject to the State budget, each member of the State Board is entitled to:
(1)
an annual salary of $3,600; and
(2)
reimbursement for reasonable expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations.
(d)
The State Board may employ a staff in accordance with the State budget.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-205 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 2. State Board of Electricians
§ 6–205LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In addition to any powers and duties set forth elsewhere, the State Board shall:
(1)
twice a year hold a seminar and invite members from each local licensing jurisdiction to discuss any industry or licensing problems;
(2)
adopt regulations to establish:
(i)
application and examination fees;
(ii)
continuing education requirements; and
(iii)
application deadlines;
(3)
enforce, within 18 months of issuance, minimum standards for the provision of electrical services consistent with the most recently issued version of the National Fire Protection Association 70: National Electrical Code;
(4)
issue licenses;
(5)
keep records of its proceedings; and
(6)
adopt any other regulations necessary to carry out this title.
(b)
The continuing education requirements adopted under this section shall:
(1)
be based on the National Electrical Code or any local variants adopted by a local board;
(2)
consist of a course or training on practical techniques, installation procedures, or other relevant topics; and
(3)
be administered by:
(i)
a college or an apprenticeship program approved by the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning or the federal Office of Apprenticeship;
(ii)
a state or nationally recognized training program; or
(iii)
another person approved by the State Board.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-206 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 2. State Board of Electricians
§ 6–206LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In connection with a proceeding, the State Board or a hearing officer whom the State Board designates:
(1)
may hold hearings;
(2)
may administer oaths; and
(3)
by deposition in the same manner as provided in civil cases in the State or otherwise, may take testimony.
(b)
(1)
The State Board or its designee may issue a subpoena.
(2)
The police department of Baltimore City or the sheriff of a county shall serve a subpoena issued under this subsection.
(3)
If a person fails to comply with a subpoena issued under this subsection, on petition of the State Board, a circuit court may compel compliance with the subpoena.
(c)
(1)
If the State Board concludes that conduct alleged to be a violation of this title may result in irreparable harm to a person, the State Board may sue to enforce a provision of this title by ex parte, interlocutory, or final injunction.
(2)
The State Board shall bring suit under this subsection in the circuit court for the county where:
(i)
the violation allegedly is occurring; or
(ii)
the principal place of business of the alleged violator is located.
(3)
In seeking an injunction under this subsection, the State Board is not required to allege or prove that an adequate remedy at law does not exist.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-207 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 2. State Board of Electricians
§ 6–207LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
The State Board may set by regulation reasonable fees for its services.
(2)
The fees charged shall be:
(i)
set so as to produce funds to approximate the cost of maintaining the State Board; and
(ii)
based on the calculations performed by the Secretary under § 2–106.10 of the Business Regulation Article.
(b)
The State Board shall publish a schedule of the fees set by the State Board.
(c)
(1)
The State Board shall pay all fees collected under this title to the Comptroller.
(2)
The Comptroller shall distribute the fees to the Occupational Mechanical Licensing Boards’ Fund established under § 2–106.9 of the Business Regulation Article.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-208 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 2. State Board of Electricians
§ 6–208LinkCopy Citation
The State Board exercises its powers, duties, and functions subject to the authority of the Secretary.
Subtitle 3. Licensing
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-301 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–301LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Each county shall:
(1)
(i)
adopt regulations that have qualifications that are at least as stringent as the qualifications under § 6–304 of this subtitle, to provide for the regulation and registration of master electricians, journeyperson electricians, or apprentice electricians; and
(ii)
register apprentice electricians, journeyperson electricians, or master electricians in the manner prescribed under § 6–103 of this title; or
(2)
(i)
except as provided in §§ 10–14A–03 and 10–14B–03 of the State Government Article, require a State license for providing electrical services as a master electrician, journeyperson electrician, or apprentice electrician; and
(ii)
enforce the provisions of this title.
(b)
Each municipal corporation shall:
(1)
(i)
adopt regulations that have qualifications that are at least as stringent as the qualifications under § 6–304 of this subtitle to provide for the regulation and registration of apprentice, journeyperson, or master electricians; and
(ii)
register apprentice electrician, journeyperson electrician, or master electrician registrations in the manner prescribed under § 6–103 of this title;
(2)
adopt the electrical rules and regulations of the county in which the municipal corporation is located; or
(3)
(i)
except as provided in §§ 10–14A–03 and 10–14B–03 of the State Government Article, require a State license for providing electrical services as an apprentice, journeyperson, or master electrician; and
(ii)
enforce the provisions of this title.
(c)
Each licensed or registered master electrician shall display the State license number, the county registration number, or the municipal corporation registration number on each vehicle used on the job for providing electrical services.
(d)
A county or municipal corporation may not adopt a resolution or enact a law that requires a person licensed or registered under this subtitle who is compliant with subsection (c) of this section to display additional license or registration numbers on each vehicle used on the job for providing electrical services.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-302 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–302LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In a local jurisdiction that requires local registration and has qualified to register electricians locally under § 6–103 of this title, the State license, while the State license is in effect, serves only as a mechanism that helps a licensee in obtaining a local registration under §§ 6–601 and 6–602 of this title.
(b)
If a county or municipal corporation does not require local registration, the State license, while the State license is in effect, authorizes the licensee to:
(1)
provide electrical services; or
(2)
be the representative of another person who engages in the business of providing electrical services.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-303 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–303LinkCopy Citation
This subtitle does not require:
(1)
a public utility company to employ an electrician licensed by the State Board to represent the company while the company is engaging in the business of providing electrical services to a facility of the company that:
(i)
is regulated by the Public Service Commission; and
(ii)
is located on any premises, roadway, or right–of–way in which the company has a lawful interest;
(2)
an employee of a public utility company to hold a State license while the employee provides electrical services to a facility of the company that:
(i)
is regulated by the Public Service Commission; and
(ii)
is located on any premises, roadway, or right–of–way in which the company has a lawful interest; or
(3)
a person to hold a license issued by the State Board if the person:
(i)
is licensed or registered under Title 18 of this article to provide security system services and is acting within the scope of that license;
(ii)
holds a license issued under Title 12 of this article and is acting within the scope of that license;
(iii)
holds a license issued under Title 9A of the Business Regulation Article and is acting within the scope of that license;
(iv)
provides wireless security systems in compliance with Title 19, Subtitle 9 of the Business Regulation Article; or
(v)
is authorized to provide electric services in the State under §§ 10–14A–03 and 10–14B–03 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-304 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–304LinkCopy Citation
(a)
To qualify for a State license, an applicant shall meet the requirements of this section.
(b)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, an applicant for a master electrician license shall have been engaged or employed regularly and principally in providing electrical services for all types of electrical equipment and apparatuses for at least 7 years while under the direction and supervision of:
(i)
a master electrician; or
(ii)
a similarly qualified employee of a governmental unit.
(2)
(i)
The State Board may allow an applicant up to 3 years of credit toward the experience required under paragraph (1) of this subsection, if the State Board determines that the applicant has completed a formal course of study or professional training in electrical installation comparable to the required experience.
(ii)
The State Board shall credit toward the experience required under paragraph (1) of this subsection an applicant’s work as part of a successfully completed electrician apprenticeship program approved by the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning or the federal Office of Apprenticeship.
(c)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, an applicant for a journeyperson electrician license shall have been engaged or employed regularly and principally in providing electrical services for all types of electrical equipment and apparatuses for at least 4 years while under the direction and supervision of:
(i)
a master electrician; or
(ii)
an employee of a governmental unit who is similarly qualified as a master electrician licensed under this title.
(2)
The State Board shall credit toward the experience required under paragraph (1) of this subsection an applicant’s work as part of a successfully completed electrician apprenticeship program approved by the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning or the federal Office of Apprenticeship.
(d)
Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, the applicant shall pass an examination given by the State Board under this subtitle.
(e)
The State Board may investigate the qualifications of each applicant to determine whether the applicant meets the requirements of this section.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-305 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–305LinkCopy Citation
An applicant for a State license shall:
(1)
submit to the State Board an application on the form that the State Board provides; and
(2)
pay to the State Board an application fee set by the State Board in an amount not to exceed the cost of the required examination.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-306 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–306LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in § 6–306.1 of this subtitle, an applicant who otherwise qualifies for a State license is entitled to be examined as provided in this section.
(b)
The State Board shall give examinations to qualified applicants at least twice a year, at the dates, times, and places that the State Board determines.
(c)
(1)
At least 15 days before the examination, the State Board shall notify each applicant whether the applicant is eligible to be examined under this section.
(2)
The notice shall specify the passing score for examinations given under this subtitle.
(d)
(1)
The State Board shall determine the subjects, scope, and, subject to subsection (e) of this section, form of the examination from a list of questions submitted by the Maryland Uniform Electrical Licensing Examination Committee, Inc.
(2)
The State Board shall choose examination questions that:
(i)
test the applicant’s knowledge of all applicable codes, laws, or principles of electrical installation; and
(ii)
are constructed to determine the fitness of the applicant for a State license.
(3)
The State Board may appoint a committee to develop examination questions for examinations given under this subtitle.
(e)
The form of each examination shall be objective and written.
(f)
The passing score for each examination shall be 70%.
(g)
An applicant shall pay to the State Board or the State Board’s designee an examination fee set by the State Board not to exceed the cost of the required examination.
(h)
Within 45 days after the examination, the State Board shall mail or electronically transmit to each applicant notice of the applicant’s examination score.
(i)
On written request to the State Board, an applicant who failed an examination may review the answers that the applicant gave and the scores for those answers, at a time and place that the State Board determines.
(j)
(1)
If an applicant fails to appear for a scheduled examination, the applicant may reapply for an examination.
(2)
The applicant:
(i)
shall submit to the State Board an application for reexamination on the form that the State Board provides; and
(ii)
unless, for good cause, the State Board waives payment of the examination fee, shall again pay the examination fee under subsection (g) of this section.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-306.1 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–306.1LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The State Board may use a testing service to administer the examinations given under this title.
(b)
If the State Board uses a testing service, the testing service, subject to the requirements set by the State Board, may:
(1)
set the time and place of examinations;
(2)
give qualified applicants notice of the time and place of examinations; and
(3)
furnish any other information that the State Board may require the testing service to provide.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-307 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–307LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to the limitations in this section, the State Board shall waive examination requirements of this title for an individual who holds an active local registration.
(b)
The State Board shall grant a waiver under this section only if the applicant:
(1)
pays the application fee established by the State Board under § 6–305 of this subtitle;
(2)
provides adequate evidence that the applicant:
(i)
meets the qualifications otherwise required by this subtitle; and
(ii)
was licensed in a local jurisdiction before December 31, 2022, after:
(1)
passing, in that local jurisdiction, an examination that is equivalent to the examination for which the applicant is seeking the waiver; and
(2)
meeting, in that local jurisdiction, requirements that are equivalent to the licensing requirements of this title; and
(3)
submits a statement from the local jurisdiction certifying:
(i)
the applicant is in good standing with the local jurisdiction;
(ii)
the applicant obtained the local license by taking an examination equivalent to any examination given by the State Board; and
(iii)
the date of the local examination.
(c)
An initial State license that is obtained under this section may not be reinstated unless the requirements of § 6–312 of this subtitle are met.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-307.1 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–307.1LinkCopy Citation
The State Board shall waive the experience and examination requirements for an applicant for a journeyperson electrician license if the applicant:
(1)
(i)
provides written proof of 4 years of work experience providing electrical services under the control and direction of a master electrician; and
(ii)
submits an application for a license to the State Board on or before December 31, 2022; or
(2)
provides written proof that the applicant has successfully completed an electrician apprenticeship program approved by the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning or the federal Office of Apprenticeship that consists of:
(i)
at least 576 classroom hours; and
(ii)
8,000 hours of work experience.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-308 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–308LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to the limitations in this section, on the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the authorized membership of the State Board, the State Board may waive the examination requirements of this subtitle for an individual who is licensed to provide electrical services as a master electrician or journeyperson electrician in another state.
(b)
The State Board may grant a waiver under this section only if the applicant:
(1)
pays the appropriate application fee set by the State Board under § 6–305 of this subtitle; and
(2)
provides adequate evidence that the applicant:
(i)
meets the qualifications otherwise required by this title;
(ii)
holds an active license in good standing in the other state;
(iii)
holds a license that is equivalent to the license issued by the State Board;
(iv)
for a master electrician license applicant, meets a 7–year experience requirement in providing electrical services, at least 4 years of which must have been gained prior to licensure in the other state, while under the supervision of a master electrician or similarly qualified employee of a governmental unit;
(v)
for a journeyperson electrician license applicant, meets a 4–year experience requirement in providing electrical services, at least 2 years of which must have been gained prior to licensure in the other state, while under the supervision of a master electrician or similarly qualified employee of a governmental unit; and
(vi)
was licensed in the other state by examination, after meeting requirements in that state that are substantially equivalent to the licensing requirements of this State.
(c)
The State Board may grant a waiver only if the state in which the applicant is licensed waives the examination of licensees of this State to a similar extent as this State waives the examination requirements for individuals licensed in that state.
(d)
The State Board may not grant a waiver under this section to an applicant who is licensed solely in a country other than the United States.
(e)
The State Board shall pursue a policy of reciprocal recognition of electrician licenses awarded in other states.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-309 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–309LinkCopy Citation
(a)
If an applicant qualifies for a State license under this subtitle, the State Board shall send the applicant a notice that states that:
(1)
the applicant has qualified for a State license; and
(2)
the State Board will issue a State license to the applicant on receipt of:
(i)
a license fee set by the State Board; and
(ii)
proof of general liability and property damage insurance as required under § 6–604 of this title.
(b)
(1)
If, at the time of application, an applicant intends to assign to another person a local license that is obtained by use of a State license, the applicant shall identify on the application the person to whom the applicant is assigning the local license.
(2)
On payment of the State license fee and receipt of the proof of insurance required under § 6–604 of this title, the State Board shall issue a State license to each applicant who meets the requirements of this title.
(c)
The State Board shall include on each State license that the State Board issues:
(1)
the name of the licensee; and
(2)
if the licensee assigns a local license to another person who engages in the business of providing electrical services, the name of the person.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-310 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–310LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Unless a State license is renewed for a 2–year term as provided in this section, the State license expires on the first June 30 that comes:
(1)
after the effective date of the State license; and
(2)
in an odd–numbered year.
(b)
(1)
At least 1 month before a State license expires, the State Board shall mail or electronically transmit to the State licensee:
(i)
a renewal application form; and
(ii)
a notice that states:
(1)
the date on which the current State license expires; and
(2)
the amount of the renewal fee.
(2)
If an electronic transmission under paragraph (1) of this subsection is returned to the State Board as undeliverable, the State Board shall mail to the State licensee, at the last known address of the State licensee, the materials required under paragraph (1) of this subsection within 10 business days of the date the State Board received the notice that the electronic transmission was undeliverable.
(c)
Before a State license expires, the State licensee periodically may renew it for an additional 2–year term, if the State licensee:
(1)
otherwise is entitled to be licensed;
(2)
pays to the State Board a renewal fee set by the State Board;
(3)
complies with continuing education requirements established by the State Board in regulation; and
(4)
submits to the State Board a renewal application on the form that the State Board provides and adequate evidence of completion of the continuing education requirements for license renewal established by the State Board.
(d)
The State Board shall renew the State license of each State licensee who meets the requirements of this section.
(e)
A State license to provide or assist in providing electrical services is not transferable.
(f)
The Secretary may determine that State licenses issued under this subtitle shall expire on a staggered basis.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-311 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–311LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The State Board shall place a State licensee on uninsured status and issue an uninsured status certificate to the State licensee, if the State licensee:
(1)
submits to the State Board an application for uninsured status on the form that the State Board provides;
(2)
pays to the State Board any applicable uninsured status application fee;
(3)
except for the insurance requirements of § 6–604 of this title, qualifies for an active State license; and
(4)
returns the State license to the State Board.
(b)
The State Board shall place an applicant for an initial State license on uninsured status and issue an uninsured status certificate to the applicant, if the applicant:
(1)
submits to the State Board an application for uninsured status on the form that the State Board provides;
(2)
pays to the State Board an uninsured status application fee set by the State Board; and
(3)
except for meeting the continuing education requirement established by the State Board under § 6–310(c) of this subtitle and the insurance requirements of § 6–604 of this title, qualifies for an active State license.
(c)
(1)
A master electrician licensee on uninsured status may not use a State license to obtain a local registration for providing electrical services as a master electrician in a local jurisdiction of the State.
(2)
In a county that requires a State master electrician license, a licensee on uninsured status may only provide electrical services as a journeyperson electrician.
(d)
(1)
Unless the individual applies for another 2–year term as provided in this subsection, an individual on uninsured status loses that status on the expiration of the uninsured status.
(2)
(i)
At least 1 month before the uninsured status of an individual expires, the State Board shall mail or electronically transmit to the individual:
(1)
a renewal application form; and
(2)
a notice that states:
(A)
the date on which the uninsured status expires; and
(B)
the amount of the renewal fee.
(ii)
If an electronic transmission under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph is returned to the State Board as undeliverable, the State Board shall mail to the individual, at the last known address of the individual, the materials required under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph within 10 business days of the date the State Board received the notice that the electronic transmission was undeliverable.
(3)
Before the uninsured status expires, an individual on uninsured status periodically may renew it for an additional 2–year term, if the individual:
(i)
otherwise is entitled to be placed on uninsured status;
(ii)
except for an electrical inspector, pays to the State Board a renewal fee set by the State Board;
(iii)
submits to the State Board a renewal application on the form that the State Board provides; and
(iv)
meets the continuing education requirements established by the State Board under § 6–310(c) of this subtitle.
(4)
After an uninsured status expires, the former licensee may reapply for uninsured status only if the former licensee:
(i)
otherwise is entitled to be placed on uninsured status;
(ii)
pays to the State Board a reapplication fee set by the State Board; and
(iii)
reapplies to the State Board for uninsured status within 2 years after initial expiration of uninsured status on a form that the State Board provides.
(5)
The State Board shall renew the uninsured status of each individual or grant the reapplication for uninsured status of each former licensee who meets the requirements of this subsection.
(e)
If an individual who was formerly on uninsured status who has failed to renew the uninsured status within 2 years of its expiration reapplies for that status, the State Board shall require the individual to comply with the requirements for obtaining a State license under §§ 6–304 and 6–307 of this subtitle and § 6–503 of this title as well as the requirements for uninsured status under this section.
(f)
The State Board shall reactivate the State license of an individual who is on uninsured status, if the individual:
(1)
meets the renewal requirements that are in effect when the individual requests the reactivation of the State license;
(2)
submits to the State Board an application for reactivation on the form that the State Board provides; and
(3)
pays to the State Board a reactivation fee set by the State Board.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-312 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–312LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The State Board shall reinstate the State license of an individual who is not on uninsured status and who has failed to renew the State license for any reason, if the individual:
(1)
applies to the State Board for reinstatement within 2 years after the State license expires;
(2)
meets the renewal requirements of § 6–310 of this subtitle; and
(3)
in addition to the renewal fee required under § 6–310 of this subtitle, pays to the State Board a reinstatement fee set by the State Board.
(b)
If an individual who has failed to renew the State license for any reason applies for reinstatement more than 2 years after the State license has expired, the State Board shall require the individual to pay a reinstatement fee set by the State Board, and comply with the requirements for obtaining a State license under §§ 6–304 and 6–307 of this subtitle and § 6–503 of this title.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-313 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–313LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a county or local government may employ an individual as an electrical inspector only if the individual:
(i)
holds a State license or local license, as applicable;
(ii)
previously held, within the last 5 years, a State license or local license, as applicable, that was not suspended or revoked; or
(iii)
is certified by:
(1)
the International Code Council as a combination inspector or as an electrical inspector for residential or commercial buildings;
(2)
the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners; or
(3)
a certifying entity that is comparable to the entity listed in item 1 or 2 of this item.
(2)
Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to a county or local government that uses code inspectors or combination building code inspectors to conduct trade–specific inspections on residential or commercial buildings to determine compliance with adopted electrical codes or related building codes.
(b)
An individual may not have any financial interest in any electrical business while employed by the State, a county, or a local government as an electrical inspector.
(c)
(1)
On appointment or employment as an electrical inspector, the individual:
(i)
shall place the State license of the individual on uninsured status; and
(ii)
except for the renewal fee, shall meet the uninsured status requirements of § 6–311 of this subtitle.
(2)
The State Board may issue an electrical inspector identification card to an electrical inspector who has placed the State license on uninsured status.
(3)
The State Board may not charge a fee to issue the identification card.
(d)
The State Board may change the status of an electrical inspector to individual uninsured status, if the electrical inspector:
(1)
meets the uninsured status requirements of § 6–311 of this subtitle; and
(2)
pays an uninsured status fee set by the State Board.
(e)
On termination of the appointment or employment of an individual as an electrical inspector, the State Board shall reactivate the State license of the individual who is on uninsured status, without examination, if the individual meets the reactivation requirements for a State license under § 6–311(f) of this subtitle, including payment of the reactivation fee.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-314 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–314LinkCopy Citation
Within 10 days after the change, each State licensee shall give the State Board written notice of a change of:
(1)
the name of the State licensee;
(2)
the address of:
(i)
the State licensee; or
(ii)
the person to whom the State licensee assigns a local license; or
(3)
the employment of the State licensee, including a change in the assignment of a local license.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-315 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–315LinkCopy Citation
The State Board may investigate or act in a disciplinary proceeding against a licensee notwithstanding:
(1)
a lapse, by operation of law, of the State license of the licensee;
(2)
a suspension of the State license of the licensee by order of the State Board or a court; or
(3)
a voluntary surrender of the State license of the licensee to the State Board.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-316 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–316LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
Subject to the hearing provisions of § 6–317 of this subtitle, the State Board may deny a State license to any applicant, reprimand any State licensee, or suspend or revoke a State license if the applicant or State licensee:
(i)
fraudulently or deceptively obtains or attempts to obtain a State license for the applicant, State licensee, or another person;
(ii)
fraudulently or deceptively uses a State license;
(iii)
transfers the authority granted by a State license to another person;
(iv)
engages in an unfair or deceptive trade practice, as defined in § 13–301 of the Commercial Law Article;
(v)
willfully or deliberately disregards and violates a building code, electrical code, or law of the State or a local jurisdiction;
(vi)
under the laws of the United States or of any state, is convicted of:
(1)
a felony; or
(2)
a misdemeanor that is directly related to the fitness and qualification of the applicant or licensee to provide electrical services;
(vii)
aids or abets a person to evade a provision of this title;
(viii)
willfully or deliberately disregards disciplinary action taken by a local jurisdiction against the individual in connection with the provision of electrical services;
(ix)
fails in a material respect to comply with a provision of this title;
(x)
fails to train and control adequately a person who, while under the supervision of the State licensee, sells or estimates electrical work or provides or assists in providing electrical services;
(xi)
fails to maintain a local registration, if required, under § 6–601 of this title;
(xii)
fails to maintain the general liability and property damage insurance required under § 6–604 of this title;
(xiii)
offers or provides electrical services outside the scope of the license held by the licensee;
(xiv)
permits another licensee employed by the individual to provide electrical services outside the scope of that individual’s license;
(xv)
without justification, fails to perform a contract or abandons a project to provide electrical services;
(xvi)
provides electrical services that are inadequate or incomplete, according to the terms of a contract or a project;
(xvii)
directly or indirectly publishes an advertisement relating to the provision of electrical services that contains a representation or statement that is false, deceptive, or misleading;
(xviii)
certifies on a license renewal application that the continuing education requirement of license renewal has been completed if the licensee has not fully completed the continuing education requirement at the time the license renewal application is submitted;
(xix)
violates any other provision of this title; or
(xx)
violates any regulation adopted under this title.
(2)
(i)
Instead of or in addition to reprimanding a licensee or suspending or revoking a license under this subsection, the Board may impose a civil penalty not exceeding $5,000 for each violation.
(ii)
To determine the amount of the penalty imposed under this subsection, the Board shall consider:
(1)
the seriousness of the violation;
(2)
the harm caused by the violation;
(3)
the good faith of the licensee; and
(4)
any history of previous violations by the licensee.
(iii)
The Board shall pay any penalty collected under this subsection into the General Fund of the State.
(b)
Allowing a State license to be used by another person is, in a disciplinary proceeding under this section, prima facie evidence that a State licensee transferred the authority granted by a State license to another person.
(c)
The State Board shall consider the following facts in the granting, denial, renewal, suspension, or revocation of a State license or the reprimand of a State licensee when an applicant or State licensee is convicted of a felony or misdemeanor described in subsection (a)(1)(vi) of this section:
(1)
the nature of the crime;
(2)
the relationship of the crime to the activities authorized by the State license;
(3)
with respect to a felony, the relevance of the conviction to the fitness and qualification of the applicant or State licensee to provide electrical services;
(4)
the length of time since the conviction; and
(5)
the behavior and activities of the applicant or State licensee before and after the conviction.
(d)
This section may not be construed to limit the ability of a local board to take disciplinary action against the holder of a local registration or the holder of a local permit in that jurisdiction under § 6–103 of this title.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-317 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–317LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in § 10-226 of the State Government Article, before the State Board takes any final action under § 6-316 of this subtitle, it shall give the individual against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the State Board.
(b)
The State Board shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article.
(c)
If, after due notice, the individual against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, nevertheless the State Board may hear and determine the matter.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-318 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–318LinkCopy Citation
Any person aggrieved by a final decision of the State Board in a contested case, as defined in § 10-202 of the State Government Article, may take an appeal as allowed in §§ 10-222 and 10-223 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-319 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–319LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The State Board may not suspend a State license for more than 1 year.
(b)
The State Board may not revoke a State license for less than 1 year.
(c)
If the State Board, after a hearing, suspends a license, the State Board may allow the licensee to complete a contract to provide electrical services that is in progress and uncompleted at the time of suspension.
(d)
(1)
If a State license is revoked, the State Board may reinstate the State license after not less than 1 year.
(2)
A State license that has been revoked may be reinstated under this subsection if:
(i)
the individual whose State license has been revoked submits a written request to the State Board;
(ii)
the State Board holds a hearing on the request; and
(iii)
the State Board makes a determination to reinstate the State license.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-320 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–320LinkCopy Citation
Within 30 days after taking action, the State Board shall give each local board or building official notice of the name of each master electrician whose State license has been suspended, revoked, or reinstated by the State Board.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-321 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 6–321LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
When a county or municipal corporation that requires a local license initiates a disciplinary action against a licensed master electrician, the county or municipal corporation shall report the disciplinary action to the State Board within 30 days of commencement of the action.
(2)
When the State Board receives notice of a local disciplinary action against a licensed electrician, the State Board shall provide notice of the disciplinary action to each local licensing jurisdiction.
(b)
Each local jurisdiction that registers electricians under § 6–603 of this title shall submit a report to the State Board on the number of complaints against electricians registered in the local jurisdiction on or before December 1 of each year.
Subtitle 4. Assignment of Local Licenses
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-401 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 4. Assignment of Local Licenses
§ 6–401LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to the limitations in this subtitle, an individual who holds a State master electrician license or qualifies for a State master electrician license may use the State license to:
(1)
obtain a local registration; and
(2)
assign that local registration to another person, if authorized by that local jurisdiction, including a sole proprietorship, who engages in the business of providing electrical services.
(b)
(1)
Subject to the limitations in this section, if an individual obtains a State license on the basis of a local registration under Subtitle 5 of this title and that local registration has been assigned to a person who engages in the business of providing electrical services, the individual shall identify on the State license the person to whom that local registration has been assigned.
(2)
Subject to the limitations in this section, if an individual obtains a local registration on the basis of a State master electrician license and intends to assign that local registration to a person who engages in the business of providing electrical services, the individual shall identify on the State license the person to whom that local registration is to be assigned.
(c)
(1)
If, at the time of application for a State master electrician license, an individual intends to assign a local registration obtained on the basis of the State license, the individual shall:
(i)
meet the requirements for issuance of a State license under § 6–309 of this title;
(ii)
include, on the application form submitted to the State Board, the name of the person to whom the local registration is to be assigned;
(iii)
pay the appropriate State license fee under § 6–309 of this title; and
(iv)
submit to the State Board proof of general liability and property damage insurance as required under § 6–604 of this title.
(2)
If an individual obtains a State license on the basis of a local registration that has been assigned, the individual shall:
(i)
meet the requirements for issuance of a State license under § 6–309 of this title;
(ii)
include, on an application form submitted to the State Board, the name of the person to whom the local registration has been assigned;
(iii)
pay the appropriate State license fee under § 6–309 of this title; and
(iv)
submit to the State Board proof of general liability and property damage insurance, if applicable, as required under § 6–604 of this title.
(3)
If, after issuance of a State master electrician license to an individual, the individual intends to assign a local registration obtained on the basis of the State master electrician license, the individual shall:
(i)
meet the notification requirements of § 6–314 of this title;
(ii)
submit to the State Board an application for identification of the assignment on the State license;
(iii)
pay to the State Board an identification fee set by the State Board;
(iv)
submit to the State Board proof of general liability and property damage insurance as required under § 6–604 of this title; and
(v)
return the State license.
(d)
(1)
If an individual obtains a local registration by the use of the State master electrician license of the individual, the local registration may be assigned at any 1 time to only 1 person who engages in the business of providing electrical services.
(2)
If at any time an individual holds 2 or more current local registrations that were obtained by the use of a State master electrician license, the individual may assign those local registrations only if the assignment is made to the same person.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-402 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 4. Assignment of Local Licenses
§ 6–402LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to the limitations in this section and § 6–314 of this title, a master electrician who is licensed by the State Board and who assigns a local registration to a person who engages in the business of providing electrical services may change that assignment.
(b)
To change an assignment of a local registration, an applicant shall:
(1)
submit to the State Board an application on the form that the State Board provides;
(2)
pay to the State Board a change of status fee set by the State Board;
(3)
submit to the State Board proof of the change of status of the local registration; and
(4)
return the State license to the State Board.
(c)
On payment of the change of status fee, the State Board shall issue a new license to the applicant.
(d)
The State Board shall give each local jurisdiction notice of any change in the status of a local registration obtained by the use of a State license that will affect the status of the State license.
Subtitle 5. Reciprocity
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-501 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 5. Reciprocity
§ 6–501LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
(1)
“Reciprocal license” means a license to provide electrical services issued by the State Board on the basis of a registration issued by a local jurisdiction.
(2)
“Reciprocal license” includes any type or class of license that the State Board issues to provide electrical services.
(c)
(1)
“Reciprocal registration” means registration with a local jurisdiction on the basis of:
(i)
a license issued by the State Board; or
(ii)
a registration with another local jurisdiction.
(2)
“Reciprocal registration” includes any type or class of registration with a local jurisdiction to provide electrical services.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-502 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 5. Reciprocity
§ 6–502LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to the limitations in this title, the State Board may reciprocate with a local jurisdiction to waive any of the qualifications required for any license issued under this title for an applicant for a reciprocal license.
(b)
Subject to the limitations in this subtitle, each local jurisdiction may reciprocate with the State Board or another local jurisdiction to waive any local examination requirement and the qualifications required for taking a local examination for an applicant for a reciprocal registration.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-503 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 5. Reciprocity
§ 6–503LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to the limitations in this subtitle, an individual may qualify for a reciprocal license from the State Board if the individual:
(1)
is registered with a local jurisdiction of the State to provide electrical services in the local jurisdiction;
(2)
applies for a reciprocal license of the same class or type as the applicant’s local registration that the State Board issues; and
(3)
at the time of application, does not have:
(i)
the same class or type of registration suspended or revoked by a local jurisdiction of the State; or
(ii)
a record of outstanding violations of the regulations of a local jurisdiction of the State.
(b)
The State Board shall waive any of the qualifications required for a license under this title for an individual who:
(1)
is registered with a local jurisdiction of the State, to provide the same class or type of electrical services as those permitted by the license for which the applicant is seeking a waiver; and
(2)
meets the waiver requirements of subsection (c) of this section.
(c)
The State Board shall grant a waiver under this section for an applicant who is registered with a local jurisdiction only if the applicant:
(1)
(i)
(1)
qualified for the registration by passing an examination given in the local jurisdiction; and
(2)
has been registered for at least 1 year immediately before the date of application; or
(ii)
(1)
qualified for the registration other than by passing an examination in the local jurisdiction; and
(2)
has been registered for at least 2 years immediately before the date of application;
(2)
submits a written statement from the local jurisdiction certifying:
(i)
if the registration was earned on the basis of an examination, the date of registration; and
(ii)
the registrant:
(1)
is in good standing with the local jurisdiction; and
(2)
has no record of outstanding violations of regulations of the local jurisdiction;
(3)
pays any reciprocal license fee set by the State Board;
(4)
if required, submits proof of general liability insurance to the State Board; and
(5)
complies with any other licensing requirements of the State Board.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-504 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 5. Reciprocity
§ 6–504LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to the limitations in this subtitle, an individual may qualify for a reciprocal registration from a local jurisdiction of the State if the individual:
(1)
is registered with another local jurisdiction of the State to provide electrical services in that local jurisdiction;
(2)
applies for a reciprocal registration to provide the same class or type of electrical services as those permitted by the registration the individual holds in that local jurisdiction; and
(3)
at the time of application, does not have:
(i)
a registration of the same class or type suspended or revoked by a local jurisdiction of the State; or
(ii)
a record of outstanding violations of the regulations of a local jurisdiction of the State.
(b)
A local jurisdiction of the State that registers individuals to provide electrical services shall waive any of the registration qualifications of the local jurisdiction for an individual who:
(1)
(i)
is a resident of the State; or
(ii)
meets the legal requirements of the State for establishing a principal place of business in the State;
(2)
is registered with another local jurisdiction of the State to provide electrical services of the same class or type as those permitted by the registration for which the applicant is seeking a waiver; and
(3)
meets the waiver requirements of subsection (c) of this section.
(c)
A local jurisdiction shall grant a waiver under this section for an applicant who is registered with another local jurisdiction only if the applicant:
(1)
(i)
(1)
qualified for the registration by passing an examination given in that local jurisdiction; and
(2)
has been registered for at least 1 year immediately before the date of application; or
(ii)
(1)
qualified for the registration other than by passing an examination in that local jurisdiction; and
(2)
has been registered for at least 2 years immediately before the date of application;
(2)
submits a written statement from the local jurisdiction certifying:
(i)
if a registration was earned on the basis of an examination, the date of registration; and
(ii)
the registrant:
(1)
is in good standing with the local jurisdiction; and
(2)
has no record of outstanding violations of the regulations of the local jurisdiction;
(3)
pays any reciprocal registration fee required by the local jurisdiction;
(4)
if required:
(i)
executes a bond to the local jurisdiction; or
(ii)
submits proof of general liability insurance to the local jurisdiction; and
(5)
complies with any other registration requirements of the local jurisdiction.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-505 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 5. Reciprocity
§ 6–505LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Before a reciprocal license or a reciprocal registration expires, the licensee or registrant periodically may renew it for an additional term, if the licensee or registrant:
(1)
otherwise is entitled to be licensed or registered;
(2)
pays a renewal fee to:
(i)
the State Board as required under this title; or
(ii)
the local jurisdiction from which the reciprocal registration is sought; and
(3)
meets any other requirement for renewal set by:
(i)
the State Board; or
(ii)
the local jurisdiction from which the reciprocal registration is sought.
(b)
A reciprocal license or reciprocal registration issued to an individual who has failed to renew the license or registration may not be reinstated.
(c)
A reciprocal license or a reciprocal registration issued under this subtitle is not transferable.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-506 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 5. Reciprocity
§ 6–506LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to subsection (b) of this section, an individual who holds a reciprocal license or a reciprocal registration may assign it to a person who engages in the business of providing electrical services if the individual is employed principally by the person.
(b)
An individual may reassign the reciprocal license or reciprocal registration of the individual once in a fiscal year.
Subtitle 6. Miscellaneous Provisions
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-601 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 6. Miscellaneous Provisions
§ 6–601LinkCopy Citation
(a)
This section applies only to a local jurisdiction that has applied for and received authorization to offer local master or journeyperson registration under § 6–103 of this title.
(b)
Within 60 days after the issuance of a State license to an individual, the individual shall register locally with the local jurisdiction where the individual:
(1)
resides;
(2)
has a principal business office; or
(3)
has a resident agent.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-602 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 6. Miscellaneous Provisions
§ 6–602LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Subject to the limitations in this section, a local jurisdiction shall waive its examination requirements for an individual who is licensed by the State Board to provide electrical services.
(b)
A local jurisdiction shall grant a waiver under this section only if the applicant:
(1)
pays any registration fee that the local jurisdiction requires; and
(2)
provides adequate evidence that the applicant:
(i)
is licensed as an electrician under this title;
(ii)
holds an active State license; and
(iii)
in place of any bond requirement of a local jurisdiction, meets the insurance requirements of § 6–604 of this subtitle.
(c)
Within 10 working days after payment of any local registration fee, a local jurisdiction shall issue a local registration to each applicant who meets the requirements of this section.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-603 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 6. Miscellaneous Provisions
§ 6–603LinkCopy Citation
(a)
An electrician may obtain an electrical permit or any other similar permit from a local jurisdiction, if the electrician:
(1)
(i)
holds a State license; and
(ii)
is actively registered locally, if required;
(2)
shows proof of the State license;
(3)
pays any permit fee that the local jurisdiction requires; and
(4)
provides proof of insurance in compliance with the requirements of § 6–604 of this subtitle.
(b)
Before a local jurisdiction issues an electrical permit or similar permit to an electrician under this section, the local jurisdiction shall give the electrician notice of any local electrical requirements with which the electrician shall comply while providing electrical services in that local jurisdiction.
(c)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, on payment of the permit fee that the local jurisdiction requires, the local jurisdiction shall issue the appropriate permit to each applicant who meets the requirements of this section.
(2)
A local jurisdiction may delay the issuance of an electrical permit under this subsection if, for a particular job, the local jurisdiction requires the issuance of other permits, including a building permit, before issuance of the electrical permit.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-604 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 6. Miscellaneous Provisions
§ 6–604LinkCopy Citation
(a)
This section does not apply to a State licensee on uninsured status.
(b)
A licensed master electrician, a person to whom a licensed master electrician assigns a local registration under this title, or another person who engages in the business of providing electrical services may not contract to provide electrical services unless the electrical work, including completed operations, of the licensed master electrician, person assigned a local registration, or person who engages in the business of providing electrical services is covered by liability insurance:
(1)
for general liability in the amount of at least $300,000; and
(2)
for property damage in the amount of at least $100,000.
(c)
(1)
The insurance required under this section may be bought:
(i)
by a master electrician; or
(ii)
for a master electrician, by a person who engages in the business of providing electrical services and employs the master electrician.
(2)
The insurance requirement of this section is not meant to cover electrical services that a master electrician provides outside the scope of employment for the person who carries the insurance.
(d)
(1)
A licensed apprentice electrician or licensed journeyperson electrician in the employ of a licensed master electrician need not obtain separate insurance while providing or assisting in providing electrical services under the control and supervision of the licensed master electrician.
(2)
Subject to the restrictions of § 6–311 of this title regarding uninsured status, uninsured licensees who have had their uninsured status approved by the State Board need not obtain insurance while maintaining uninsured status.
(e)
(1)
An applicant for a State license shall submit proof of the insurance required under this section to the State Board with the license application.
(2)
The State Board may not issue a State license to an applicant to whom the insurance requirements of this section would apply unless the applicant submits proof of the insurance.
(f)
Unless an applicant meets the insurance requirements of this section, the State Board may not renew a State license of the applicant to whom the insurance requirements of this section would apply.
(g)
If the insurance required under this section is canceled, the insurer shall notify the State Board within 10 days after the date of cancellation.
(h)
If a local jurisdiction requires a master electrician or other person who engages in the business of providing electrical services to execute a bond to the local jurisdiction, the applicant may satisfy the bond requirement by submitting proof of the insurance required under this section.
(i)
The State Board shall specify on each license whether the license holder meets the insurance requirements of this section.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-605 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 6. Miscellaneous Provisions
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(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this title, a person may not employ an individual to provide electrical services or employ an individual to assist in providing electrical services unless the individual:
(1)
is licensed by the State Board as a master electrician;
(2)
(i)
is licensed by the State Board as a journeyperson electrician; and
(ii)
provides or assists in providing electrical services within the scope of the individual’s license; or
(3)
(i)
is licensed by the State Board as an apprentice electrician; and
(ii)
provides or assists in providing electrical services within the scope of the individual’s license.
(b)
At least one licensed master electrician or journeyperson electrician shall be present at each job site in which electrical services are provided.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-606 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 6. Miscellaneous Provisions
§ 6–606LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A master electrician shall display the master electrician’s license and the license number conspicuously in the principal place of business of the master electrician.
(b)
Each electrician advertisement in the name of a person who engages in the business of providing electrical services shall contain the license number and name of a master electrician or holder of a journeyperson electrician license whom the master electrician employs and designates to direct and control the provision of electrical services through the business of the person.
(c)
A licensee shall give the State Board written notice of any change of name, address, or employment from what appears on the current license at least 10 working days before the change is to take effect.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-607 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 6. Miscellaneous Provisions
§ 6–607LinkCopy Citation
Except as otherwise provided in this title, an individual may not:
(1)
provide, attempt to provide, or offer to provide electrical services for compensation in the State without an appropriate license issued under this title;
(2)
assist, attempt to assist, or offer to assist in providing electrical services for compensation in the State without the required license or appropriate registration issued under this title;
(3)
provide electrical services for compensation without obtaining a permit for such services if required by a local jurisdiction; or
(4)
provide electrical services beyond the scope of the license issued to the individual under this title.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-608 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 6. Miscellaneous Provisions
§ 6–608LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “officer” includes a superintendent, a manager, or an agent of a business entity, regardless of whether the business entity engages in the business of providing electrical services.
(b)
Any person, including an officer, who violates any provision of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to:
(1)
on a first conviction, a fine not exceeding $1,000; and
(2)
on a second or subsequent conviction, a fine not exceeding $5,000.
(c)
Any person who violates § 6–604 of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.
(d)
(1)
In addition to any other penalties imposed under this title, the State Board may impose on a person who violates any provision of this subtitle a civil penalty not exceeding $5,000 for each violation.
(2)
In determining the penalty imposed under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the State Board shall consider:
(i)
the seriousness of the violation;
(ii)
the good faith of the violator;
(iii)
any previous violations by the violator;
(iv)
the harmful effect of the violation; and
(v)
any other relevant factors.
(e)
The State Board shall pay any penalty collected under subsection (d) of this section into the General Fund of the State.
Subtitle 7. Short Title; Termination of Title
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-701 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 7. Short Title; Termination of Title
§ 6–701LinkCopy Citation
This title may be cited as the “Maryland Electricians Act”.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 6-702 (2026)
Title 6. Electricians
Subtitle 7. Short Title; Termination of Title
§ 6–702LinkCopy Citation
Subject to the evaluation and reestablishment provisions of the Maryland Program Evaluation Act, this title and all regulations adopted under this title shall terminate and be of no effect after July 1, 2033.