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§ 8–6B-12

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. § 8-6B-12 (2026)
Title 8. Nurses
Subtitle 6B. Electrologists

§ 8–6B-12Copy Citation

(a)
Subject to subsection (c) of this section, the Board shall issue a license to any applicant who:
(1)
Meets the requirements of this subtitle; and
(2)
Pays a license fee set by the Board.
(b)
The Board shall include on each license that the Board issues a license designation as:
(1)
Licensed electrologist; or
(2)
Licensed electrology instructor.
(c)
(1)
On receipt of the criminal history record information of an applicant for licensure forwarded to the Board in accordance with § 8-303 of this title, in determining whether to grant a license, the Board shall consider:
(i)
The age at which the crime was committed;
(ii)
The circumstances surrounding the crime;
(iii)
The length of time that has passed since the crime;
(iv)
Subsequent work history;
(v)
Employment and character references; and
(vi)
Other evidence that demonstrates that the applicant does not pose a threat to the public health or safety.
(2)
The Board may not issue a license if the criminal history record information required under § 8-303 of this title has not been received.