§ 18-206. Miscellaneous powers and duties

   (a) Power to adopt rules and regulations. -- In addition to the powers set forth elsewhere in this title, the Board may adopt rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this title.

(b) Duties. -- In addition to the duties set forth elsewhere in this title, the Board shall:

   (1) Establish procedures for receiving and investigating complaints, including:

      (i) Providing notice to the licensed psychologist that a complaint has been filed against the licensed psychologist and forwarding a copy of the complaint to the licensed psychologist within 120 days of receipt of the complaint, unless the Board:

         1. Makes an affirmative determination that the disclosure would prejudice the investigation of the complaint and notifies the licensee of the determination; or

         2. Disposes of the complaint within 120 days of the date of receipt of the complaint; and

      (ii) Notifying, at least every 3 months, the licensed psychologist and the complainant as to the status of any outstanding complaint;

   (2) Submit an annual report of its activities to the Secretary as soon as practicable after the end of each fiscal year; and

   (3) Adopt an official seal.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 43, § 624-626; 1981, ch. 8, § 2; 1990, ch. 6, § 11; 1996, ch. 261; 2002, ch. 148.