§ 41-8. Factors to be considered.

(a) In general.

In deciding whether to deny an applicant's application for a license, or whether to impose license sanctions against a licensee and the nature of the sanctions, a licensing authority shall consider the following factors:

(1) the relationship between the controlled dangerous substance offense and the license, including:

(i) the licensee's ability to perform the tasks authorized by the license; and

(ii) whether the public will be protected if:

(A) in the case of an applicant, the license is issued; or

(B) in the case of a licensee, the license is not suspended or revoked;

(2) the nature and circumstance of the controlled dangerous substance offense;

(3) if an individual is applying for a license or license renewal, the date of the controlled dangerous substance offense; and

(4) any other relevant information.

(b) Sanctions against licensee.

If a license authority decides that sanctions against a licensee may be appropriate, before imposing sanctions, the licensing authority:

(1) shall consider the impact any sanctions may have on third persons; and

(2) may take any action to protect the rights of innocent third persons which is in the interests of justice and which is not inconsistent with the provisions of this subtitle.

(c) Suspensions and revocations.

If a licensing authority decides to suspend or revoke a license, the licensing authority may grant the licensee a reasonable time period to complete any existing contracts.