Sec. 25.02.05.02. Process

A. When an inmate files a claim with the Treasurer, the Treasurer may suspend claims processing pending receipt of the decision of the Inmate Grievance Commission issued pursuant to COMAR 12.07.01.

B. If the Treasurer elects to suspend claims processing pursuant to §A, above, the Treasurer shall:

(1) Direct the inmate to file a complaint with the Inmate Grievance Commission, including with that complaint a copy of the Treasurer's notification requiring the inmate to file the complaint with the Inmate Grievance Commission; and

(2) Notify the inmate that processing of the claim filed with the Treasurer shall be stayed pending the Treasurer's receipt of the Inmate Grievance Commission's decision on the inmate's complaint.

C. The Treasurer may, in the Treasurer's discretion, waive the provisions of §§A and B, above, and process the claim in accordance with COMAR 25.02.03 without awaiting the decision of the Inmate Grievance Commission.