Sec. 14.25.06.06. Response to Request

A. If the custodian grants a written request for inspection, the custodian shall produce the public record for inspection immediately or within a reasonable period, not to exceed 30 days from the date the custodian receives the request, subject to the requester's payment of any fees required by Regulation .11 of this chapter.

B. If the custodian denies the written request, the custodian shall do so within 30 days of receipt of the written request. The custodian shall immediately notify the applicant of the denial, and within 10 working days of the denial provide the applicant with a written statement that gives:

(1) The reasons for the denial;

(2) The legal authority for the denial; and

(3) Notice of the remedies available under State Government Article, §§10-611-10-628, Annotated Code of Maryland, for review of denial.

C. If a requested public record is not in the custody or control of the individual to whom written application is made, the individual shall notify the applicant within 10 working days of the receipt. If the individual knows the name of the custodian of the record or the location or the possible location of the record, this information shall also be given to the applicant.

D. With the consent of the applicant, any time imposed by the regulations may be extended.

E. The custodian shall deny inspection of a public record as required under State or federal law, the rules adopted by the Court of Appeals, or an order of a court of record.

F. The custodian may deny inspection of a public record as permitted under State or federal law.