Md. Code Regs. 29.04.02.03

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 25, December 13, 2024

Section 29.04.02.03 - Application Process for an Initial Special Police Officer Commission

A. An application for an initial special police officer commission may be obtained from the Maryland State Police Licensing Division website.

B. Applicants shall print their name and sign a completed application and mail it to the Maryland State Police Licensing Division, Special Police Section, at 1111 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208, with the following items:

(1) The application fee of $100, required by Public Safety Article, § 3-304, Annotated Code of Maryland, payable to the Department of State Police in a method dictated by the Secretary, which is not refundable if the application is denied. A fee shall not be charged to any agency of the State;

(2) Two, 2-inch x 2-inch head and shoulder color photographs;

(3) The electronic fingerprint processing center receipt; and

(4) Certification of completion provided by the special police authorized trainer verifying the successful completion of the required 80 hours of training, unless exempt under Regulation .04B of this chapter.

C. After an applicant's fingerprints are submitted electronically, the applicant shall forward the fingerprint processing center receipt and completed application within 72 hours. If the applicant fails to submit the receipt and application within 72 hours, the application may be returned, as electronic fingerprint submission results are not maintained for extended periods.

D. Fees paid to the Licensing Division are non-refundable. Fees paid to the approved electronic fingerprint processing center do not include those fees owed to the Licensing Division for the processing of the actual application.

E. Investigation of Applicant.

(1) Upon receipt of a complete and accurate application packet, the Maryland State Police Licensing Division shall, within 90 days, investigate the applicant to determine the applicant's character, reputation, and other qualifications deemed necessary for the issuance of a commission.

(2) The applicant shall supply additional information as required in connection with the investigation.

(3) The applicant shall be notified of the Secretary's final decision on whether to recommend the denial or granting of the application to the Governor.

(4) Any person aggrieved by the final decision of the Secretary, may make an appeal as a contested case in accordance with State Government Article, Title 10, Subtitle 2, Annotated Code of Maryland.

(5) Results of the investigation, together with the Secretary's recommendation for approval or denial, shall be sent to the Governor via the Office of the Secretary of State. Recommendations for denial shall be supported by all available documentary evidence.

F. Within 30 days after the applicant has been notified of the Governor's approval, the applicant shall report to the appropriate clerk of the court for the circuit court, to take the constitutional oath of office and accept the commission.

G. Once the oath of office has been accomplished, the applicant shall fax or electronically submit the certificate of oath to the Maryland State Police Licensing Division, Special Police Section. Upon receipt of the certificate of oath the Maryland State Police shall forward the officer's Special Police Commission card to the entity. The entity shall be responsible for the delivery of the Special Police Commission card to the special police officer. The file shall be adjusted to indicate that the applicant is now a special police officer with a valid commission.

Md. Code Regs. 29.04.02.03

Regulations .03B and C amended, effective October 24, 1983 (10:21 Md. R. 1903)
Regulation .03 amended effective October 25, 1993 (20:21 Md. R. 1656)
Regulation .03A amended effective February 18, 1991 (18:3 Md. R. 307)
Regulation .03C amended effective September 30, 2002 (29:19 Md. R. 1527); adopted effective 49:26 Md. R. 1081, eff. 12/26/2022