Md. Code, Local Government § 30–105

(a) (1) If requested, the Board shall provide an opportunity for a full

hearing, including the right to counsel and cross–examination for all interested

parties, in a proceeding regarding any benefit provided under this title.

(2) (i) Through the member presiding at a hearing, the Board

may:

1. administer oaths; and

2. apply to the circuit court of any county for a

subpoena for a witness.

(ii) If the Board applies for a subpoena under subparagraph (i)

of this paragraph, the circuit court shall grant the subpoena if the court finds that:

1. the evidence of the witness is necessary to provide a

fair hearing; and

2. requiring attendance by the witness would not be

oppressive.

(b) (1) The Board shall keep a record of its proceedings.

(2) The record shall be open to public inspection.