§ 3-312. Denials, reprimands, suspensions, revocations, and penalties -- Commencement of proceedings

   (a) In general. -- Subject to the provisions of this section, the Board shall commence proceedings under § 3-311 of this subtitle on a complaint made to the Board by a member of the Board or any other person.

(b) Form and contents of complaint. --

   (1) A complaint shall:

      (i) be in writing; and

      (ii) state specifically the facts on which the complaint is based.

   (2) If the complaint is made by any person other than a member of the Board, the complaint shall be made under oath by the person who submits the complaint.

(c) Hearing; dismissal. -- If the Board finds that a complaint alleges facts that are adequate grounds for action under § 3-311 of this subtitle, the Board shall act on the complaint as provided under § 3-313 of this subtitle. If the Board does not make that finding, it shall dismiss the complaint.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 56, § 473; 1989, ch. 3, § 1.