Md. Code Regs. 14.37.04.01

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 17, August 23, 2024

Section 14.37.04.01 - Ombudsman's Review of Disputed Public Records

A. When the dispute involves a custodian's application of an exemption to a public record or part of a public record, the Ombudsman may request the custodian to submit the disputed public record or part of a public record to the Ombudsman for review.

B. A custodian may not be compelled to disclose to the Ombudsman a public record or part of a public record in the custodian's custody.

C. A custodian's voluntary submission of a public record or part of a public record for review under this chapter may not be construed as a waiver of

(1) Any privilege held by the custodian; or

(2) Any assertion of confidentiality under the Act.

Md. Code Regs. 14.37.04.01

Regulation .01 adopted effective 46:12 Md. R. 547, eff. 6/17/2019