Maryland Public Safety Section 3-305

      (a)      (1)      The Secretary shall investigate the character, reputation, and qualifications of each applicant for a commission.

            (2)      The investigation shall include an investigation of the applicant's criminal record, including checking records of local police departments and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

            (3)      The Secretary shall conduct the investigation in accordance with rules and regulations adopted by the Secretary.

      (b)      (1)      The Secretary shall transmit to the Governor:

                  (i)      the results of the investigation;

                  (ii)      a recommendation on denying or granting the application; and

                  (iii)      the reasons for the recommendation.

            (2)      The Governor may accept the recommendation of the Secretary but need not issue a commission approved by the Secretary if the Governor believes it not to be in the best interest of the State to do so.