§ 25-50-103. Powers and duties of department

CO Rev Stat § 25-50-103 (2018) (N/A)
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(1) The department shall:

(a) Prescribe reasonable rules with respect to the administration of this article 50;

(b) Investigate violations of the provisions of this article 50 and report the violations to the appropriate enforcement authority;

(c) Secure the investigation and testing of the content, method of preparation, efficacy, or use of drugs, medicines, compounds, or devices, held out by any individual, person, firm, association, or other entity in the state as of value in the diagnosis, treatment, or cure of cancer, prescribe reasonable regulations with respect to the investigation and testing, and make findings of fact and recommendations upon completion of any investigation and testing;

(d) Hold hearings in respect to the investigations made under the provisions of subsection (1)(c) of this section, and subpoena witnesses and documents. Prior to issuance of a cease-and-desist order under section 25-50-107, a hearing shall be held by the department. The person furnishing a sample under section 25-50-104 shall be given due notice of the hearing and an opportunity to be heard.

(e) Contract with independent scientific consultants for specialized services and advice.