§234. Denial; suspension; revocation; grounds

The commissioner may, after a hearing in conformance with applicable provisions of the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, suspend or revoke a license issued under this chapter. The following are grounds for denial, suspension or revocation of a license:   [PL 1999, c. 671, §12 (NEW).]

1.  Fraud or deceit.  The practice of fraud or deceit in obtaining a license under this chapter or in the performance of services within the scope of the license issued;

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2.  Conviction of certain crimes.  Conviction of a crime that relates directly to the practice for which the person is licensed or conviction of a crime for which incarceration for one year or more may be imposed;

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3.  Violation of chapter or rule.  A violation of this chapter or a rule adopted by the commissioner;

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4.  Aiding or abetting unlicensed practice.  Aiding or abetting the practice of displaying or discharging fireworks by a person not duly licensed under this chapter; or

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5.  Incompetence.  Incompetence in the practice of displaying or discharging fireworks. A licensee is considered incompetent in the practice if the licensee has:

A. Engaged in professional conduct that evidences a lack of ability or fitness to perform the duties for which that licensee is licensed; or   [PL 1999, c. 671, §12 (NEW).]

B. Engaged in professional conduct that evidences a lack of knowledge of, or inability to apply, appropriate principles or skills to carry out the practice for which that licensee is licensed.   [PL 1999, c. 671, §12 (NEW).]

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SECTION HISTORY

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