Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 12 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Subtitle 05 - SUNDRY CLAIMS BOARD
Chapter 12.05.01 - Procedural Regulations
Section 12.05.01.08 - Subpoenas

A. The Board shall issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, either on its own instance, or upon written application of any party made not less than 10 days before the hearing. Subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum shall comply wit the Maryland Rules of Practice and Procedure. A written request also shall designate the names and addresses of witnesses and the location of documents, books, payrolls, personnel records, correspondence, papers, or any other evidence relating to the claim being heard. The Board in its discretion may waive the 10 day provision.

B. When a subpoena or a subpoena duces tecum is issued at the instance of the claimant or other necessary party, the cost of service and witnesses and mileage fees shall be borne by the party at whose request it is issued. When a subpoena or a subpoena duces tecum is issued at the instance of the Board, service and witnesses and mileage fees shall be borne by the Board.

C. The Board, on its own motion or on the application of the claimant, shall, whenever necessary, and upon the terms and conditions that it or he may determine, take or cause to be taken affidavits and depositions of witnesses residing within or without the State. The requesting party shall bear the expense.