Maryland Health Occupations Section 18-206

      (a)      In addition to the powers set forth elsewhere in this title, the Board may adopt rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this title.

      (b)      In addition to the duties set forth elsewhere in this title, the Board shall:

            (1)      Establish procedures for receiving and investigating complaints, including:

                  (i)      Providing notice to the licensed psychologist that a complaint has been filed against the licensed psychologist and forwarding a copy of the complaint to the licensed psychologist within 120 days of receipt of the complaint, unless the Board:

                        1.      Makes an affirmative determination that the disclosure would prejudice the investigation of the complaint and notifies the licensee of the determination; or

                        2.      Disposes of the complaint within 120 days of the date of receipt of the complaint; and

                  (ii)      Notifying, at least every 3 months, the licensed psychologist and the complainant as to the status of any outstanding complaint;

            (2)      Submit an annual report of its activities to the Secretary as soon as practicable after the end of each fiscal year; and

            (3)      Adopt an official seal.