Maryland Public Utility Companies Section 2-202

      (a)      With the advice and consent of the Senate, the Governor shall appoint the People's Counsel.

      (b)      The People's Counsel serves at the pleasure of the Governor.

      (c)      The People's Counsel shall have been admitted to practice law in the State.

      (d)      Before taking office, the People's Counsel shall take the oath required by Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution.

      (e)      The People's Counsel shall devote full time to the duties of office.

      (f)      The People's Counsel is entitled to a salary of at least $35,000 a year as provided in the State budget.