Maine § 2474. - Suspension or revocation of permit

§ 2474.. Suspension or revocation of permit

The commissioner may, after a hearing in conformance with applicable provisions of the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, suspend or revoke a permit issued under this subchapter. The following are grounds for suspension or revocation of a permit:   [PL 1999, c. 652, §9 (NEW).]

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

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

3.  Violation of subchapter or rule.  Any violation of this subchapter or any rule adopted by the commissioner; and

4.  Incompetence.  Incompetence in the practice of storing, using or transporting explosives. A permittee is deemed incompetent in the practice if the permittee has:

A. Engaged in professional conduct that evidences a lack of ability or fitness to perform the duties for which the person is permitted; or   [PL 1999, c. 652, §9 (NEW).]

B. Engaged in professional conduct that evidences a lack of knowledge or an inability to apply appropriate principles or skills to carry out the practice for which the person is permitted.   [PL 1999, c. 652, §9 (NEW).]