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MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-309 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-309 - Corporation License

    (a)    Except as otherwise provided by law, a corporation may not operate a mortuary science business and the Board may not issue a license to or list any corporation as licensed to operate a mortuary science business.    (b)    The Board may renew only the license of a corporation that:        (1)    On June 1, 1945, held a license issued by this State;        (2)    Has been renewed continuously since that date;        (3)    Submits an application on a form required by the Board; and        (4)    Pays a fee set by the Board.    (c)    Each application for renewal made by a corporation shall state the name and address of each officer and director of the corporation.    (d)    While a corporation license is effective, it authorizes a corporation to operate a mortuary science business only if any practice of mortuary science that is conducted for the corporation is practiced by a licensed individual.    (e)    A corporation may not operate a branch funeral establishment unless the branch funeral establishment was in operation on or before October 1, 1964.    (f)    If a corporation is sold, declares bankruptcy, or ceases to operate, written notice must be submitted to:        (1)    The Board, within 2 weeks of the occurrence, detailing the changes and the arrangements for carrying out the pre-need contracts and disbursement of the money held in escrow; and        (2)    The holders of pre-need contracts advising them of their options under Maryland law.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-311 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-311 - Courtesy Card

    (a)    The Board may issue a courtesy card to a practitioner of mortuary science who:        (1)    Is licensed to practice mortuary science in another state;        (2)    Maintains a license in good standing with that state;        (3)    Files an application with the Board; and        (4)    Pays to the Board a license fee set by the Board.    (b)    The courtesy card:        (1)    Allows the holder of the courtesy card to make a removal of a dead human body in this State and to return the body to another state or country, to return a dead human body from another state or country to this State for final disposition, to fill out the family history portion of the death certificate, and to sign the death certificate in the holder’s capacity as a licensed practitioner of mortuary science; but        (2)    Does not allow the holder of the courtesy card to operate a funeral establishment, make funeral arrangements, or conduct funerals in this State.    (c)    A card issued by the Board under this title is not transferable.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-312 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-312 - Exemption for Persons Obtaining Burial-Transit Permit

    Any person who obtains a burial-transit permit under § 4-215 of the Health - General Article is exempt from any requirement of this title to be under the direction of a licensed mortician or licensed funeral director.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-313 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-313 - Issuance and Contents of License; License Not Transferable

    (a)    The Board shall issue the appropriate license to an applicant who meets the requirements of this title.    (b)    The Board shall include on each license and renewal certificate that the Board issues:        (1)    The signature of the secretary of the Board;        (2)    The seal of the Board;        (3)    A designation of the kind of license; and        (4)    If it is a corporation license, the name and address of each director and each officer.    (c)    A license issued by the Board under this title is not transferable.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-314 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-314 - Term and Renewal of Licenses

    (a)    A license issued under this title expires on the date set by the Board, unless the license is renewed for an additional term as provided in this section. A license may not be renewed for a term longer than 2 years.    (b)    At least 1 month before a license expires, the Board shall send to the licensee, by electronic means or first–class mail to the last known electronic or physical address of the licensee, a renewal notice that states:        (1)    The date on which the current license expires;        (2)    The date by which the renewal application must be received by the Board for the renewal to be issued and mailed before the license expires; and        (3)    The amount of the renewal fee.    (c)    Except as otherwise provided in this section, before a license expires, the licensee periodically may renew it for additional terms, if the licensee:        (1)    Has met the qualifications for licensure and is not under a suspension or revocation order of the Board;        (2)    Except as otherwise provided under this title, pays to the Board a renewal fee set by the Board;        (3)    Submits to the Board a renewal application on the form that it requires;        (4)    Submits to the Board satisfactory evidence of compliance with any continuing education requirements the Board may adopt by regulation; and        (5)    For a funeral establishment license, provides proof of any payment to the Board required in accordance with § 7–4A–05(b) of this title.    (d)    (1)    The Board shall renew the license of and issue a renewal certificate to each licensee who meets the requirements of this section.        (2)    The secretary of the Board may issue a renewal certificate during the interim between meetings of the Board.    (e)    (1)    Before an apprentice license expires, the licensee may renew it for an additional 1–year term only if the licensee:            (i)    Submits to the Board a renewal application on the form that the Board requires;            (ii)    Continues to participate in a training program; and            (iii)    Pays to the Board a renewal fee set by the Board.        (2)    An apprentice license may be renewed only two times.    (f)    Before a courtesy card expires, the licensee may renew it for additional terms if the licensee:        (1)    Submits to the Board a renewal application on the form that the Board requires;        (2)    Submits documentation to the Board that the out–of–state license is in good standing; and        (3)    Pays to the Board a renewal fee set by the Board.    (g)    If, when the license of an individual otherwise would expire, the licensee is on active duty as a member of the armed forces but not on a career basis, the license is renewed automatically for a 1–year term without application or payment of a fee.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-315 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-315 - Reinstatement of Expired Licenses

    (a)    The Board shall reinstate the license of an individual who has failed to renew a mortician license or funeral director license for any reason if the individual:        (1)    Requests that the Board reinstate the license;        (2)    Meets the appropriate renewal requirements of this subtitle;        (3)    Pays to the Board a reinstatement fee set by the Board;        (4)    Submits to the Board an affidavit stating that the individual did not practice mortuary science in this State while the license was expired; and        (5)    Applies to the Board for reinstatement of the license within 5 years after the license expires.    (b)    The Board may not reinstate the license of a mortician or funeral director who fails to apply for reinstatement of the license within 5 years after the license expires unless the mortician or funeral director meets the terms and conditions established by the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-316.1 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-316.1 - Injunction Actions

    (a)    An action may be maintained in the name of the State or the Board to enjoin:        (1)    The unauthorized practice of mortuary science; or        (2)    Conduct that constitutes a ground for disciplinary action under § 7-315 of this subtitle.    (b)    An action under this section may be brought by:        (1)    The Board;        (2)    The Attorney General; or        (3)    A State’s Attorney.    (c)    An action under this section shall be brought in the county where the defendant:        (1)    Resides; or        (2)    Engages in the practice of mortuary science.    (d)    Proof of actual damage or proof that a person will sustain damage if an injunction is not granted is not required for an action under this section.    (e)    Criminal prosecution for the unauthorized practice of mortuary science under § 7-501 of this title or disciplinary action under § 7-316 of this subtitle does not prohibit an action to enjoin under this section.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-317 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-317 - Penalty Instead of Probation or Suspension or in Addition to Probation, Suspension, or Revocation

    (a)    If, after the Board brings an action under § 7-316 of this subtitle, the Board finds that there are grounds to place a licensee on probation or suspend or revoke a license, the Board may impose a penalty not exceeding $5,000:        (1)    Instead of suspending or revoking the license; or        (2)    In addition to placing the licensee on probation or suspending or revoking the license.    (b)    The Board shall pay any penalty collected under this section into the General Fund of the State.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-318 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-318 - Surrender of License

    (a)    Unless the Board agrees to accept the surrender of a license while the licensee is under investigation or while charges are pending against the licensee, a licensee may not:        (1)    Surrender the license; or        (2)    Allow the license to lapse by operation of the law.    (b)    The Board may set conditions on its agreement with the licensee under investigation or against whom charges are pending to accept surrender of the license.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-319 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-319 - Denials, Reprimands, Suspensions, and Revocations -- Hearings

    (a)    Except as otherwise provided in the Administrative Procedure Act, before the Board takes any action under § 7-316 of this subtitle, it shall give the person against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Board.    (b)    The Board shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.    (c)    The person may be represented at the hearing by counsel.    (d)    Over the signature of an officer or the administrator of the Board, the Board may issue subpoenas and administer oaths in connection with any audit or investigation under this title and any hearings or proceedings before it.    (e)    If, without lawful excuse, a person disobeys a subpoena from the Board or an order by the Board to take an oath or to testify or answer a question, then, on petition of the Board, a court of competent jurisdiction shall compel compliance with the subpoena and may punish the person as for contempt of court.    (f)    If after due notice the individual against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, nevertheless the Board may hear and determine the matter.    (g)    If after a hearing an individual is found in violation of § 7-316 of this subtitle, the individual shall pay the hearing costs.    (h)    If the Board orders the suspension of a license in accordance with § 10–226(c)(2) of the State Government Article, the Board shall notify the licensee of the suspension within 48 hours after the Board makes the determination to order the suspension.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-320 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-320 - Review

    (a)    Except as provided in this section for an action against any health care professional under § 7–316 of this subtitle, any person aggrieved by a final decision of the Board in a contested case, as defined in the Administrative Procedure Act, may petition for judicial review as allowed by the Administrative Procedure Act.    (b)    Any health care professional aggrieved by a final decision of the Board under § 7–316 of this subtitle may not appeal to the Secretary but may take a direct judicial appeal as provided in the Administrative Procedure Act.    (c)    If a person notes an appeal from an order of suspension or revocation by the Board, the order is stayed.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-321 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 3 - Licensing|Section 7-321 - Inactive Status

    (a)    The Board shall place a licensee on inactive status if the licensee submits to the Board:        (1)    An application for inactive status on the form required by the Board; and        (2)    Pays the inactive status fee set by the Board.    (b)    A licensee on inactive status may reactivate the license at any time if the licensee:        (1)    Complies with the continuing education requirements in effect for the year in which the licensee seeks to reactivate the license;        (2)    Has not practiced mortuary science in the State while on an inactive status; and        (3)    Pays the reactivation fee set by the Board.    (c)    If a license is inactive for more than 5 years, the licensee shall take and pass the Maryland Morticians Law Examination administered by the Board.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-401 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 7-401 - Partnerships

    (a)    Two or more licensed morticians or funeral directors may practice mortuary science as a partnership.    (b)    A partnership shall be conducted under the names of all the partners.    (c)    Before practicing as a partnership, the licensees shall:        (1)    Notify the Board that they will be practicing as a partnership; and        (2)    Submit to the Board the name and address of each partner.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-402 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 7-402 - Professional Associations

    (a)    One or more licensed morticians or funeral directors may practice mortuary science as a professional association.    (b)    A professional association shall be conducted under the name authorized by the Department of Assessments and Taxation.    (c)    Before practicing as a professional association, the licensee shall:        (1)    Notify the Board; and        (2)    Submit to the Board the name and address of each member of the professional association.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-403 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 7-403 - School of Mortuary Science

    (a)    The Board may establish a school to:        (1)    Teach mortuary science; and        (2)    Gather and give out information on:            (i)    Sanitation;            (ii)    Preservation of dead human bodies; and            (iii)    Disinfection of dead human bodies, living areas, clothing, and bedding when death results from infectious disease.    (b)    The Board may adopt rules and regulations for:        (1)    The conduct of the school;        (2)    Payment of tuition fees;        (3)    Admission of students; and        (4)    Issuance of diplomas.    (c)    The cost of operating the school shall be derived from:        (1)    Tuition fees;        (2)    License examination fees;        (3)    License fees; and        (4)    Renewal fees.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-404 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 7-404 - Contract Required

    (a)    (1)    At the time a licensee makes funeral arrangements, the licensee shall give to the individual who requested the funeral arrangements a contract that includes:            (i)    An itemized list of all services and merchandise that will be provided and the total price;            (ii)    To the extent possible, a specification of any item for which the licensee will advance money to accommodate the buyer; and            (iii)    The terms and method of payment.        (2)    The contract shall be in duplicate and contain the signatures of the licensee, other than an apprentice, and the payor of the requested service.        (3)    A copy of the signed contract shall be given to the payor at the time the arrangements are finalized.    (b)    In addition to the contract required under subsection (a) of this section, the licensee shall give to the individual who requested a funeral a similar written statement that reflects any change in the arrangements agreed to between the parties.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-406 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 7-406 - Cremation

    (a)    A licensee shall maintain a complete file of a cremation that includes the signature of the next of kin, person identifying the body, or person responsible for disposition, time of death, and the date and time of cremation.    (b)    (1)    (i)    In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.            (ii)    “Eligible dependent” means a veteran’s spouse, a veteran’s unmarried child under the age of 21 years, or a veteran’s unmarried adult child who before the age of 21 became permanently incapable of self–support because of physical or mental disability.            (iii)    1.    “Identifying information” means data required by a veterans service organization to verify the eligibility of a veteran or an eligible dependent for burial in a national or state veterans cemetery.                2.    “Identifying information” includes name, service number, Social Security number, date of birth, date of death, place of birth, and copy of the death certificate.            (iv)    “Veteran” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.            (v)    “Veterans service organization” means an association or other entity organized for the benefit of veterans that has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or chartered by Congress and any employee or representative of the association or entity.        (2)    If a licensed funeral establishment or a crematory is in possession of cremated human remains that have been unclaimed for 90 days or more, the licensed funeral establishment or holder of the permit for the business of operating a crematory shall provide identifying information of the unclaimed cremains to a veterans service organization in order for the veterans service organization to determine if the unclaimed cremains are those of a veteran or an eligible dependent.        (3)    Within 45 days after receipt of the information required under paragraph (2) of this subsection, the veterans service organization shall notify the licensed funeral establishment or permit holder:            (i)    Whether the cremains are those of a veteran or an eligible dependent; and            (ii)    If so, whether the veteran or eligible dependent is eligible for burial in a veterans cemetery.        (4)    If the unclaimed cremains are those of a veteran or an eligible dependent, the licensed funeral establishment or permit holder may transfer the cremains to a veterans service organization for the purpose of disposition of the cremains.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-407 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 7-407 - Continuation of Benefits for Surviving Spouse

    (a)    A licensed funeral director shall provide to the surviving spouse or immediate family members of the deceased or authorized representative a notice which advises that certain individuals may be entitled to continuation of group health insurance benefits under § 15-407 of the Insurance Article.    (b)    The notices required to be provided in subsection (a) of this section shall be supplied to the licensed funeral director by the Insurance Commissioner.    (c)    A licensed funeral director who fails to provide notice under subsection (a) of this section shall not be liable to any person for benefits which would have otherwise been payable under § 15-407 of the Insurance Article or other damages resulting from the failure to provide notice.
MD. Health Occupations Code Ann. §  7-408 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Health Occupations|Title 7 - Morticians and Funeral Directors|Subtitle 4 - Miscellaneous|Section 7-408 - Mortician and Funeral Director Rehabilitation Committees

    (a)    In this section, “mortician and funeral director rehabilitation committee” means a committee that:        (1)    Is defined in subsection (b) of this section; and        (2)    Performs any of the functions listed in subsection (d) of this section.    (b)    For purposes of this section, a mortician and funeral director rehabilitation committee is a committee of the Board or a committee of any association representing morticians and funeral directors that:        (1)    Is recognized by the Board; and        (2)    Includes but is not limited to morticians and funeral directors.    (c)    A rehabilitation committee of the Board or recognized by the Board may function:        (1)    Solely for the Board; or        (2)    Jointly with a rehabilitation committee representing another board or boards.    (d)    For purposes of this section, a mortician and funeral director rehabilitation committee evaluates and provides assistance to any mortician or funeral director, and any other individual regulated by the Board, in need of treatment and rehabilitation for alcoholism, drug abuse, chemical dependency, or other physical, emotional, or mental condition.    (e)    (1)    Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, the proceedings, records, and files of the mortician and funeral director rehabilitation committee are not discoverable and are not admissible in evidence in any civil action arising out of matters that are being or have been reviewed and evaluated by the mortician and funeral director rehabilitation committee.        (2)    Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to any record or document that is considered by the mortician and funeral director rehabilitation committee and that otherwise would be subject to discovery or introduction into evidence in a civil action.        (3)    For purposes of this subsection, civil action does not include a proceeding before the Board or judicial review of a proceeding before the Board.    (f)    A person who acts in good faith and within the scope of jurisdiction of a mortician and funeral director rehabilitation committee is not civilly liable for any action as a member of the mortician and funeral director rehabilitation committee or for giving information to, participating in, or contributing to the function of the mortician and funeral director rehabilitation committee.