1. (a) If the Department determines that a possible violation of the Body Piercing or Tattoo statutes or Rules has occurred, the Department may commence an investigation of the complaint.
2. (b) Hearings and disciplinary actions are conducted in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act and Chapter 2 of this Title.
3. (c) The Department will specifically state the violation(s) and request the appropriate remedy. Remedies may include revocation or suspensions of a license, and/or an administrative penalty.
4. (d) Penalties may be assessed for violations, not to exceed Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) per day.
5. (e) If the Department determines that a licensee or applicant for licensure has engaged in conduct of a nature that is detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of the public, and which conduct necessitates immediate action to prevent further harm, the Commissioner may order a summary suspension of the establishment or artist's license or authorization for sponsoring a student or apprentice.
6. (f) An applicant for licensure shall not:
7. (1) Knowingly make a false statement of material fact; or
8. (2) Fail to disclose a fact necessary to correct a misapprehension regarding the application for licensure or the matter under investigation; or
9. (3) Fail to comply with a request for information made by the Department or any designated representative thereof.
10. (g) The Department may notify the district attorney of any violation of 21 O.S. §842.1 or this Chapter [21 O.S § 842.3]
11. (h) Additionally, an individual can also report criminal acts directly to a district attorney's office.

Added at 39 Ok Reg 1224, eff 9-11-22

Amended at 42 Ok Reg, Number 22, effective 8-11-25