Sec. 28.01.03.05. Hearing by Chief ALJ; Final Decision

A. The Chief ALJ may conduct the hearing on an appeal of charges.

B. When the Chief ALJ conducts the hearing:

(1) The hearing may be closed to the public; and

(2) The Chief ALJ shall issue the final decision of the Office.

C. The final decision shall be in writing and:

(1) Be issued within 90 days of the close of the record;

(2) Be sent by certified mail to the ALJ and the ALJ’s representative, if any; and

(3) Include:

(a) Findings of fact;

(b) Conclusions of law; and

(c) Notice that an aggrieved party may seek judicial review of the decision in accordance with State Government Article, §10-222, Annotated Code of Maryland, and the Maryland Rules governing Judicial Review of Administrative Agency Decisions.