§ 19-408. Denials, reprimands, suspensions, and revocations -- Grounds

   Subject to the hearing provisions of § 19-410 of this subtitle, the Secretary may deny certification as a security guard to any applicant, reprimand or fine any individual certified as a security guard, or suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew the certification of an individual:

   (1) for any applicable ground under § 19-313 of this title;

   (2) if the applicant or individual fraudulently or deceptively obtains or attempts to obtain certification as a security guard for the applicant or individual or for another;

   (3) if the applicant or individual fails to maintain the standards set by the Secretary for certification as a security guard; or

   (4) if, under the laws of the United States or of any state, the applicant or individual pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is convicted of:

      (i) a felony; or

      (ii) a misdemeanor that is directly related to the fitness and qualification of the applicant or individual to be certified as a security guard.

HISTORY: 1996, ch. 602, § 2; 1999, ch. 415; 2001, ch. 649.