SECTION 10:15-37-8. Violations by individuals who do not hold a certificate or license

(a)   In the event the investigation of an allegation against an individual who is not a holder of a certificate or license concludes that the accused is in violation of the Oklahoma Accountancy Act and action should be taken to stop the violation, the Board may delegate to the Vice Chairman or the Executive Director, or the Board's designate, acting for the Board, who shall be authorized to:

(1)   Send written notice of the accusation, supporting documentation and a copy of the Complaint and Notice of Hearing, to be held not later than sixty (60) days following such notice, to the accused by certified mail, restricted delivery, return receipt requested. Notice may also be given by personal service upon the person of the accused in a manner authorized by the statutes of the State of Oklahoma for service of process in a civil proceeding;

(2)   Provide the accused with a copy of the Oklahoma Accountancy Act along with its notification of the accusation and Complaint and Notice of Hearing.

(b)   The Board, at a full and formal hearing, shall make a final determination of the accusations against the accused and issue such permanent cease and desist order, fine, penalty or other action as authorized by these Rules and the Oklahoma Accountancy Act.

[Source: Added at 10 Ok Reg 2543, eff 7-1-93; Amended at 12 Ok Reg 1963, eff 7-1-95; Amended at 16 Ok Reg 2084, eff 7-1-99]