Maryland Business Occupations and Professions Section 10-404

      (a)      In an investigation under this subtitle, the Attorney General, a deputy attorney general, or any assistant attorney general whom the Attorney General designates may:

            (1)      issue a subpoena for the attendance of a witness to testify or the production of evidence;

            (2)      administer oaths; and

            (3)      examine witnesses.

      (b)      The laws that relate to civil actions govern the attendance and compensation of witnesses in an investigation under this subtitle.

      (c)      If a person fails to comply with a subpoena or refuses to testify about a material matter, on petition of the Attorney General, a circuit court may compel compliance with the subpoena.