§ 5-201. Franchises

MD Pub Util Code § 5-201 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    A public service company may not exercise a franchise granted by law except to the extent authorized by the Commission.

(b)    A public service company may not exercise a franchise unless it files with the Commission:

(1)    a certified copy of its charter; and

(2)    a statement by its president and secretary, signed under oath, that the appropriate local authorities have provided the required consent for the exercise of the franchise.