When a written complaint alleging a violation under this chapter has been filed with the Mayor, the Mayor shall initiate an investigation and, if warranted, fix a time and place for a hearing pursuant to § 2-509. The Mayor shall cause a certified copy of the charges to be served on the respondent within a reasonable time prior to the hearing. The attendance of witnesses and the production of books, papers, and documents at the hearing may be compelled by subpoena. The Mayor shall be bound by the rules of procedure and evidence in the conduct of hearings pursuant to § 2-509, and decisions shall be based upon substantial evidence. If the respondent is found in violation of this chapter, the Mayor may refuse to issue the respondent a license, may refuse to renew the license of the respondent, or may revoke or suspend the license of the respondent.
(May 22, 1984, D.C. Law 5-84, § 10, 31 DCR 1815.)
1981 Ed., § 2-2809.
This section is referenced in § 3-408.
Delegation of authority pursuant to Law 5-84, see Mayor’s Order 87-186, August 3, 1987.
Structure District of Columbia Code
Title 3 - District of Columbia Boards and Commissions
Chapter 4 - Board of Funeral Directors
§ 3–405. Qualifications, applications, and examinations for licensure
§ 3–406. Issuance and renewal of licenses
§ 3–407. Terms and conditions of apprenticeship
§ 3–408. Grounds for denial, suspension, or revocation of license
§ 3–411. Prohibited acts; exemption for services provided during emergency
§ 3–413. Claim of human remains — Order of priority of next of kin
§ 3–414. Services requiring direct supervision by funeral director
§ 3–415. Courtesy cards for funeral directors licensed in Maryland or Virginia
§ 3–416. Change of address of licensee
§ 3–421. Services requiring immediate supervision by a funeral director