§ 11–306
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. § 11-306 (2026)
Title 11. Optometrists
Subtitle 3
§ 11–306LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The Board shall issue a license to any applicant who:
(1)
Meets the requirements of this title;
(2)
Pays to the Board the license fee set by the Board; and
(3)
Submits to a criminal history records check in accordance with § 11–302.1 of this subtitle.
(b)
On receipt of the criminal history record information of an applicant for licensure, in determining whether to grant a license, the Board shall consider:
(1)
The age at which the crime was committed;
(2)
The nature of the crime;
(3)
The circumstances surrounding the crime;
(4)
The length of time that has passed since the crime;
(5)
Subsequent work history;
(6)
Employment and character references; and
(7)
Other evidence that demonstrates whether the applicant poses a threat to public health or safety.