SECTION 158:85-3-4. Authority for proceedings

  The Construction Industries Board is authorized:

(1)   To investigate complaints, qualifications of qualifying parties, applicants for registration, job sites, and any person to determine if there is a violation of the provisions of the Roofing Contractor Registration Act.

(2)   To initiate disciplinary proceedings, request prosecution, and initiate injunctive proceedings against any who violate the provisions of the Roofing Contractor Registration Act or rules.

(3)   To refer complaints of violations of the Roofing Contractor Registration Act to the district attorney for prosecution or the Board may determine to issue an administrative fine according to the Act.

(A)   Complaint for failure to obtain a valid registration prior to acting as a roofing contractor or acting as a roofing contractor when his or her registration is not in good standing, suspended, or revoked without complying with the proper disclosure and option to the homeowner to cancel the contract pursuant to 59 O.S. § 1151.5 and is a first offense may be administratively fined and disciplined.

(B)   Complaints for violations of any other provisions of the Act on first offense may be administratively fined and disciplined or referred to the district attorney by the Roofing Hearing Board.

(C)   Notice of violation and notice of hearing will be provided pursuant to law.

[Source: Added at 32 Ok Reg 436, eff 12-17-14 (emergency); Added at 32 Ok Reg 1657, eff 9-11-15]