# State Government (GSG)

## Title 9. Miscellaneous Executive Agencies

### Subtitle 16. Office of Administrative Hearings

#### Section 9-1603

(a) The Office is headed by a Chief Administrative Law Judge appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(b) The Chief Administrative Law Judge shall:

  (1) be appointed for a term of 6 years;

  (2) devote full time to the duties of the Office; and

  (3) be eligible for reappointment.

(c) The Chief Administrative Law Judge shall:

  (1) receive the salary provided in the State budget;

  (2) be admitted to practice law in the State; and

  (3) have the powers and duties specified in this subtitle.

(d) The Chief Administrative Law Judge may employ a staff in accordance with the State budget.

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Md. Code Ann., State Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)