Mississippi § 73-60-33 - Disciplinary actions; proceedings.

§ 73-60-33. Disciplinary actions; proceedings.

The commission may investigate the actions of an applicant or of a person holding or claiming to hold a license upon complaint in writing of any person setting forth facts which, if proved, would constitute a violation of this chapter or rules promulgated hereunder. Whenever it appears to the commission that any person has engaged or is about to engage in any act or practice constituting a violation of any provision of this chapter or any rule or order hereunder, they may, in their discretion, seek any or all of the following remedies: When in the public interest to prevent harm to the welfare and safety of the public, issue a cease and desist order, with or without a prior hearing against the person or persons engaged in the prohibited activities, directing them to cease and desist from further illegal activity; or Bring an action in chancery court to enjoin the acts or practices to enforce compliance with this chapter or any rule or order hereunder. Upon a proper showing a permanent or temporary injunction, restraining order or writ of mandamus shall be granted and a receiver or conservator may be appointed for the defendant or the defendant’s assets. With the exception of actions authorized by subsection (2) (a) and (b) above, the commission shall, before taking any disciplinary action that it may deem proper with regard to a license, at least twenty (20) days prior to the date set for a hearing, notify the applicant or licensee in writing of any charges made and the time and place for a hearing of the charges. Such written notice may be served by personal delivery or certified or registered mail at the licensee’s last known address as reflected on their licensing application. The commission shall, after a hearing, issue an order either issuing, renewing, refusing to issue or renew, reinstating, or revoking the license.