(a)(1) Notice, in writing, of a contemplated revocation or suspension of a license, of this particular cause, and of the date of a hearing, shall be sent by registered or certified mail to the licensee at his or her last known address at least fifteen (15) days before the date of the hearing.
- (2) The individual against whom a charge is filed has the right to appear before the board in person or by counsel, or both; may produce witnesses and evidence on his or her behalf; and may question witnesses.
- (3) No license shall be revoked or suspended without a hearing, but the nonappearance of the licensee, after notice, shall not prevent a hearing.
- (4) All matters upon which the decision is based shall be introduced in evidence at the proceeding.
- (5) The licensee shall be notified, in writing, of the board’s decision.
- (6) The board may make any rules and regulations that it deems proper for the filing of charges and the conduct of hearings.
- (b) After issuing an order of revocation or suspension, the board may also file a petition in equity in the superior court in a county in which the respondent resides or transacts business, to ensure appropriate injunctive relief to expedite and secure the enforcement of its order, pending the final determination.
- (c) An application for reinstatement may be made to the board, which may, upon the affirmative vote of at least the majority of its members, grant a reinstatement.
History of Section.
P.L. 1973, ch. 143, § 1; P.L. 1991, ch. 329, § 1.