If an operator objects to the proposed compliance order or civil penalty and submits a written explanation, information, or other material in response to an NOPV, the chief engineer shall review the submission and determine whether to:

1. A. Negotiate further, modify, or withdraw the NOPV; or
2. B. File a complaint under Public Utilities Article, §3-102, Annotated Code of Maryland.

Authority: Public Utilities Article, §§11-201—11-206, Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: January 20, 2003 (30:1 Md. R. 29)