Criminal History Record Information. Upon receipt of an applicant’s criminal history records information in accordance with Health Occupations Article, §20-303, Annotated Code of Maryland, the Board shall consider the following factors in determining whether to grant a certificate: The age at which the crime was committed; The circumstances surrounding the crime; The length of time that has passed since the crime; Subsequent work history; Employment and character references; and Other evidence that demonstrates whether the applicant poses a threat to the public health or safety. The Board may not issue a certificate if the criminal history record information required under Health Occupations Article, §20-303, Annotated Code of Maryland, has not been received. Upon review of a completed application, the Board shall do one of the following: Deny certification; or Notify the applicant that the applicant is qualified to take the examination. Denial of Applications. The Board may deny certification if the applicant has: Not completed the academic and experience requirements in Regulation .02 of this chapter; Failed the examination requirements in Regulation .03 of this chapter; Failed to remit a fee; Failed to properly complete the application form; Violated Health Occupations Article, Title 20, Annotated Code of Maryland, or any provision of this subtitle; or Been shown to lack good moral character. If the Board denies certification under §B(1)(e) or (f) of this regulation, the Board or the Board's designee shall: Provide the applicant written notification of the Board's intent to deny and the basis for that denial; and Notify the applicant of the applicant's right to request a formal hearing to appeal the denial. An applicant whose certification has been denied may reapply and shall submit with the new application proof of compliance with: This subtitle; and Health Occupations Article, Title 20, Annotated Code of Maryland. Issuance of Certificate. If the Board approves an applicant for certification and the applicant passes the examination, the Board shall: Send the applicant a notice specifying that the applicant has qualified for a certificate; and Issue a certificate, available online, to the applicant. The Board shall include on each certificate the: Full name of the certificate holder; and Serial number assigned by the Board.