Arizona Revised Statutes Title 32. Professions and Occupations § 32-1307. Powers and duties of department

1. Administer and enforce this chapter and the rules adopted pursuant to this chapter.

2. Maintain a record of the name and the mailing or employer's business address of each licensee.

3. Investigate alleged violations of this chapter and the rules adopted pursuant to this chapter.

4. In accordance with title 41, chapter 6,  1 adopt rules that include provisions relating to the following:

1. Subject to title 41, chapter 4, article 4,  2 employ investigative, professional and clerical employees as it deems necessary to carry out this chapter. Compensation of these employees shall be determined pursuant to § 38-611.

2. In connection with investigations or administrative hearings, issue subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, papers, contracts, agreements and other documents or records in any form, administer oaths and take testimony and evidence concerning all matters within its jurisdiction. The department may pay the fees and expenses of witnesses who appear in any proceeding before the department. If a person refuses to obey a subpoena issued by the department, the department may invoke the aid of any court in this state to require the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documentary evidence.

3. Contract with other state and federal agencies as it deems necessary to carry out this chapter.

4. Charge reasonable fees to distribute materials that the department prints or has printed at its expense and for the costs of mailing these materials.

5. Charge the reasonable costs of a fingerprint background check to an applicant for licensure.