§ 2-406. Scope of permit

MD Bus Occ & Prof Code § 2-406 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    Subject to subsection (b) of this section and while a permit is in effect, it authorizes the holder to:

(1)    operate a business through which an individual practices certified public accountancy; and

(2)    represent to the public that the business provides the services of a licensed certified public accountant.

(b)    A permit authorizes the holder to provide a service that constitutes practicing certified public accountancy only if the service is performed by an individual who is licensed or otherwise authorized under this title to practice.

(c)    A firm may use the title “CPA” or “CPA firm” without a permit issued under this section if the firm is performing other professional services that do not require a permit if:

(1)    the firm performs those services through an individual with a practice privilege under § 2–321 of this title; and

(2)    the firm performs those services in the state where the individual with a practice privilege retains a principal place of business.