SECTION 5:21-5-7. Violations by individuals who do not hold a certificate of authority, license or permit

(a)   In the event the investigation of an allegation against an individual who is not a holder of a certificate or abstract license concludes that the accused is in violation of the Act or rules of the Board and that action should be taken to stop the violation, the Board may designate a member of the Board, staff member, or other individual acting for the Board to:

(1)   Provide notice by:

(A)   Sending 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; or

(B)   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 Act and rules of the Board 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 the Act and the rules of the Board.

[Source: Added as 5:20-5-7 at 25 Ok Reg 1500, eff 4-17-08 (emergency); Added at 26 Ok Reg 1802, eff 7-15-09]