§ 9-1603. Chief Administrative Law Judge -- In general

   (a) Appointment. -- The Office is headed by a Chief Administrative Law Judge appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(b) Term; other employment. -- The Chief Administrative Law Judge shall:

   (1) be appointed for a term of 6 years;

   (2) devote full time to the duties of the Office; and

   (3) be eligible for reappointment.

(c) Salary; qualifications; powers and duties generally. -- The Chief Administrative Law Judge shall:

   (1) receive the salary provided in the State budget;

   (2) be admitted to practice law in the State; and

   (3) have the powers and duties specified in this subtitle.

(d) Staff. -- The Chief Administrative Law Judge may employ a staff in accordance with the State budget.

HISTORY: 1989, ch. 788; 1991, ch. 181.