Oklahoma Administrative Code
Title 310 - Oklahoma State Department of Health
Chapter 233 - Body Piercing and Tattooing
Subchapter 11 - Enforcement
Section 310:233-11-3.1 - Investigation and enforcement
Current through Vol. 42, No. 1, September 16, 2024
(a) If the Department determines that a possible violation of the Body Piercing or Tattoo statutes or Rules has occurred, the Department may commence an investigation of the complaint.
(b) Hearings and disciplinary actions are conducted in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act and Chapter 2 of this Title.
(c) The Department will specifically state the violation(s) and request the appropriate remedy. Remedies may include revocation or suspensions of a license, and/or an administrative penalty.
(d) The total administrative penalty amount assessed for all violations found through an investigation cannot exceed $10,000.00.
(e) If the Department determines that a licensee or applicant for licensure has engaged in conduct of a nature that is detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of the public, and which conduct necessitates immediate action to prevent further harm, the Commissioner may order a summary suspension of the establishment or artist's license or authorization for sponsoring a student or apprentice.
(f) An applicant for licensure shall not:
(g) The Department may notify the district attorney of any violation of 21 O.S. §842.1 or this Chapter [21 O.S § 842.3]
(h) Additionally, an individual can also report criminal acts directly to a district attorney's office.