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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
The procedure of the attorney general in approving or denying an application for a license or renewal of the license shall be as follows:
(1) If the application is approved, the attorney general shall issue a license in the form provided in this chapter;
(2) If the application is denied, the attorney general shall notify the applicant or licensee, in writing, of the denial and state the reasons for his or her action;
(3) Within fifteen (15) days from the receipt of notice, the applicant or licensee may request a hearing in writing;
(4) If a request for a hearing is received in a timely manner, the attorney general shall set a date for a hearing and notify the parties of the time and place of the hearing;
(5) All hearings shall be held in accordance with the provisions of chapter 35 of title 42.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 5. Businesses and Professions § 5-5.1-11. Procedure for approval or denial of application--Hearings - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-5-businesses-and-professions/ri-gen-laws-sect-5-5-1-11/
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