1. A. Inspection.

   1. (1) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, the custodian shall make public records of the Office available for inspection by an applicant without demanding a written request.

   2. (2) The custodian shall require a written request if the custodian reasonably believes that:

      1. (a) The Act or any other law may prohibit the disclosure of one or more public records to the applicant; or
      2. (b) A written request will materially assist the Office in responding.
2. B. Copies. If the applicant requests a copy of any public record of the Office, the custodian may require a written request.

Authority: General Provisions Article, §§4-101—4-601, Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: August 18, 2003 (30:16 Md. R. 1073)

Chapter revised effective May 30, 2022 (49:11 Md. R. 609)