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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".04" citation="COMAR 11.12.05.04" title_num="11" subtitle_num="12" chapter_num="05" heading="Compelling Public Purpose Demonstrated.">
  <text>A compelling public purpose can be demonstrated under General Provisions Article, §4-333(b), Annotated Code of Maryland, if the applicant:</text>
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>Has entered into, or contemplates entering into, a contract with the person in interest;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>Is a federal, state, or local governmental agency;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>Has filed a complaint with the Administration against the person in interest;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="D.">
    <text>Has filed a surety bond claim against the surety of the person in interest; or</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="E.">
    <text>Is investigating a claim against the surety for a bond provided by the person in interest.</text>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>