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Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
The director of the department of environmental management may deny an application for a license, or suspend or revoke a license after it has been granted, or refuse to renew a license for any of the following reasons:
(1) Proof of unfitness of the applicant or licensee to engage in the business;
(2) A material misstatement by the applicant or licensee in his or her application for a license or renewal;
(3) Failure of the applicant or licensee to comply with the provisions of this chapter or with any rule or regulation promulgated pursuant to this chapter;
(4) A history of noncompliance with environmental regulations or standards, or conviction of any environmental crime. This subdivision applies to: the applicant, and officers, major stock holders, or principals of the business for which the application is submitted or to which an existing license has been issued.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 23. Health and Safety § 23-19.12-13. Denial or revoking of licenses - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-23-health-and-safety/ri-gen-laws-sect-23-19-12-13/
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