Sec. 02.01.06.10. The Arbitration Award

A. Discretion of Arbitrator. The award in an arbitration rests solely in the discretion of the arbitrator and may not be changed by any person within the Office of the Attorney General except for a modification by the arbitrator when allowed by the Maryland Uniform Arbitration Act.

B. Time. The award shall be made promptly. Arbitrators will endeavor to make an award within 30 days of the hearing unless unusual circumstances prevent an award being made within the 30-day period.

C. Form of Award. The award shall be in writing. It shall include:

(1) The arbitrator's signature;

(2) The date of the award;

(3) The specific relief awarded to the complainant, or a statement that no relief is awarded; and

(4) A statement of reasons for the award.

D. Notice. The arbitrator shall promptly submit the arbitration decision to the Arbitration Administrator. The Arbitration Administrator shall promptly deliver to the parties, by certified mail, return receipt requested, a copy of the award, along with an explanation of the parties' rights to appeal under the Maryland Uniform Arbitration Act.

E. Settlement. If the parties settle the dispute before the award, the arbitrator shall set forth the terms of the settlement in an award, which shall have the same effect as any other award.

F. Enforcement. If there has not been compliance with an award and no timely appeal has been taken, the Consumer Protection Division may seek confirmation of the decision in the appropriate court.