2013 Maryland Code
BUSINESS REGULATION
§ 3-205 - Administrative search warrant
§3-205.
(a) Whenever an individual who is authorized to inspect property in the State under this title is denied access to the property after making a proper request for access of the owner, tenant, or other person in charge of the property, the individual may apply to the District Court for an administrative search warrant.
(b) The application shall:
(1) state the nature, purpose, and scope of the inspection; and
(2) show that:
(i) the applicant:
1. is authorized by law to make the inspection; and
2. made a proper request for access at a reasonable time;
(ii) access was denied; and
(iii) the inspection is for a purpose related to safety or health.
(c) An application may not be submitted to the District Court unless approved by the Attorney General.
(d) On application in accordance with this section, the District Court may issue an administrative search warrant.
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