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2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 1: LICENSES › 32 §4153. License required

§4153. License required
A person, firm, corporation, association or society may not pack sardines, kippers, steaks or other canned herring products within the State for sale without having first filed with the Commissioner of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry an application for license, accompanied with a fee of $50, upon receipt of which application the commissioner shall issue to the person, firm, corporation, association or society making such application a license to pack sardines, kippers, steaks or other canned herring products. Each such license covers one group of buildings constituting a packing plant in one location. The license runs from January 1st and expires in a manner consistent with the provisions of the Maine Administrative Procedure Act as to license expiration or on December 31st of each year, whichever is later, unless sooner revoked and must be renewed annually. Before issuing such license or renewing it, the commissioner may by adequate inspection determine that the laws and regulations relating to the packing of sardines, kippers, steaks or other canned herring products and the operation of packing plants for sardines, kippers, steaks or other canned herring products are being observed.   [PL 1995, c. 307, §2 (AMD); PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. W, §6 (REV).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1965, c. 123 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §626 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 14, §1 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 307, §2 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. W, §6 (REV).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 1: LICENSES › 32 §4154. Repeal, revocation or refusal; appeals

§4154. Repeal, revocation or refusal; appeals
The Commissioner of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, in a manner consistent with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, has the power to refuse to issue and to refuse to renew, and the District Court, in a manner consistent with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, has the power to revoke or to suspend any license issued under this chapter whenever any of the provisions of the chapter or rules or regulations promulgated or established under the chapter have been violated. A person, firm, corporation, association or society whose license has been so revoked or suspended shall discontinue the packing of sardines, kippers, steaks or other canned herring products until this chapter has been complied with and a new license issued or the suspension removed. The District Court may revoke or suspend the license temporarily until there is a compliance with this chapter or permanently for the unexpired period of the license.   [PL 1995, c. 307, §3 (AMD); PL 1999, c. 547, Pt. B, §78 (AMD); PL 1999, c. 547, Pt. B, §80 (AFF); PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. W, §6 (REV).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 694, §627 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 307, §3 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B78 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2011, c. 657, Pt. W, §6 (REV).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 1: LICENSES › 32 §4155. Inspection; conformity with federal acts; branding; embargo and condemnation (REPEALED)

§4155. Inspection; conformity with federal acts; branding; embargo and condemnation
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1971, c. 247 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 103, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §§628,629 (AMD). PL 1979, c. 62, §2 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 446, §A3 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 1: LICENSES › 32 §4156. Fees; disposition (REPEALED)

§4156. Fees; disposition
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1973, c. 658, §2 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §630 (AMD). PL 1979, c. 62, §3 (RPR). PL 1979, c. 731, §16 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 85, §1 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 446, §A4 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 1: LICENSES › 32 §4157. Standards (REPEALED)

§4157. Standards
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1965, c. 332, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §§631-633 (AMD). PL 1979, c. 62, §4 (RPR). PL 1989, c. 639, §1 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 446, §A5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 1: LICENSES › 32 §4157-A. Sardines for export; exempt from quantity and quality provisions of Maine Sardine Law (REPEALED)

§4157-A. Sardines for export; exempt from quantity and quality provisions of Maine Sardine Law
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1965, c. 332, §3 (NEW). PL 1967, c. 241 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §634 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 482, §1 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 639, §2 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 446, §A6 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 1: LICENSES › 32 §4158. Cans to be sealed and lined (REPEALED)

§4158. Cans to be sealed and lined
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 446, §A7 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 1: LICENSES › 32 §4159. Sale or packing of herring (REPEALED) (REALLOCATED TO TITLE 12, SECTION 6547)

§4159. Sale or packing of herring
(REPEALED)
(REALLOCATED TO TITLE 12, SECTION 6547)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1967, c. 274 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 290 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 44, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1983, c. 387, §2 (AMD). PL 1985, c. 268, §6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 482, §2 (RPR). PL 1991, c. 446, §A8 (RAL).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 1: LICENSES › 32 §4160. Penalties

§4160. Penalties
A person, firm, corporation, association or society who packs sardines, kippers, steaks or other canned herring products in the State for sale without the license provided for in section 4153, or who violates any of the provisions of this chapter, or neglects or refuses to comply with any of the provisions required in this chapter or in any way violates any of its provisions may be punished by a fine not exceeding $500 or by imprisonment for not more than 6 months, or by both for each and every offense.   [PL 1995, c. 307, §4 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1995, c. 307, §4 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 1: LICENSES › 32 §4161. Short title

§4161. Short title
This chapter shall be known as the "Maine Sardine Law."   [PL 1965, c. 332, §4 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1965, c. 332, §4 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 2: MAINE SARDINE COUNCIL › 32 §4165. Purpose (REPEALED)

§4165. Purpose
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 446, §C3 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 307, §5 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 678, §1 (RP). PL 1999, c. 678, §9 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 2: MAINE SARDINE COUNCIL › 32 §4166. Definitions (REPEALED)

§4166. Definitions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 446, §C3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 14, §§2,3 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 585, §4 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 307, §§6-9 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 706, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 678, §1 (RP). PL 1999, c. 678, §9 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 2: MAINE SARDINE COUNCIL › 32 §4167. Maine Sardine Council (REPEALED)

§4167. Maine Sardine Council
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 446, §C3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 585, §§5,6 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 307, §10 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 660, §1 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 706, §3 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 706, §16 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 678, §1 (RP). PL 1999, c. 678, §9 (AFF).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 2: MAINE SARDINE COUNCIL › 32 §4167-A. Council authority; code plans, embargo and petitions (REPEALED)

§4167-A. Council authority; code plans, embargo and petitions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1993, c. 14, §4 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 307, §11 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 706, §4 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 2: MAINE SARDINE COUNCIL › 32 §4168. Standards (REPEALED)

§4168. Standards
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 446, §C3 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 784, §14 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 14, §5 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 585, §7 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 307, §§12-14 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 706, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 2: MAINE SARDINE COUNCIL › 32 §4169. Sardines for export; exempt from quantity provisions of Maine Sardine Law (REPEALED)

§4169. Sardines for export; exempt from quantity provisions of Maine Sardine Law
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 446, §C3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 14, §§6-8 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 307, §15 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 706, §6 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 2: MAINE SARDINE COUNCIL › 32 §4170. Cans to be sealed; lined (REPEALED)

§4170. Cans to be sealed; lined
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 446, §C3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 14, §9 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 307, §16 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 706, §7 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 61: SARDINE PACKERS › Subchapter 2: MAINE SARDINE COUNCIL › 32 §4170-A. Penalties (REPEALED)

§4170-A. Penalties
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1993, c. 14, §10 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 706, §8 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4171. Definitions

§4171. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following words have the following meanings.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §3 (AMD).]
1.  Board.
"Board" means the Board of Environmental Protection.
[PL 2021, c. 173, §3 (AMD).]
2.  Certificate.
"Certificate" means a certificate of competency issued by the department stating that an applicant has met the requirements for the specified operator classification.
[PL 2021, c. 173, §3 (AMD).]
2-A.  Commissioner.
[PL 2021, c. 173, §3 (RP).]
2-B.  Department.
"Department" means the Department of Environmental Protection.
[PL 2021, c. 173, §3 (NEW).]
3.  Operator.
"Operator" means a person who is certified by the department as being competent to supervise, manage or operate a wastewater treatment plant and to ensure that a wastewater treatment plant is operated in accordance with state law, rules and licenses. Other employees under the supervision or management of an operator in responsible charge may but need not be certified.
[PL 2021, c. 173, §3 (AMD).]
3-A.  Operator in responsible charge.
"Operator in responsible charge" means an operator certified by the department, with a certificate in good standing, at or above the classification for the wastewater treatment plant in which the operator is designated by the wastewater treatment plant owner to be the operator responsible for supervising, managing or operating the wastewater treatment plant and ensuring that the wastewater treatment plant is operated in accordance with state law, rules and licenses.
[PL 2021, c. 173, §3 (NEW).]
4.  Wastewater treatment plant.
"Wastewater treatment plant" means the facility or group of units provided for the treatment of wastewater to meet the requirements of a state pollutant discharge elimination system permit or a waste discharge license under Title 38, section 413.
[PL 2021, c. 173, §3 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 431, §9 (AMD). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 696, §249 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 137, Pt. A, §1 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 173, §3 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4172. Classification

§4172. Classification
The department shall establish the classifications for all wastewater treatment plants with due regard to the size, type, character of wastewater to be treated and other physical conditions affecting those treatment plants and shall specify whether each classification requires the employment of an operator and the qualifications the operator must have to successfully manage and supervise the operation of those facilities so as to protect the public health or prevent nuisance conditions or unlawful conditions. A wastewater treatment plant required by its classification to employ an operator may employ more than one operator but must designate one operator as the operator in responsible charge for the facility.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §4 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §4 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF). PL 2021, c. 173, §4 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4173. Certification

§4173. Certification
The department shall certify persons as to their competency to successfully manage and supervise the operation of wastewater treatment plants of each classification established pursuant to section 4172. All operators and operators in responsible charge must be certified, except that a certification is not required for an operator or operator in responsible charge who is a licensed professional engineer in good standing.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §5 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §4 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF). PL 2021, c. 173, §5 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4173-A. Educational program

§4173-A. Educational program
1.  Training.
The department shall administer an educational program for people engaged in water pollution control activities. This program must provide training in the supervision, management and operation of sewage collection and wastewater treatment systems.
[PL 2021, c. 173, §7 (AMD).]
2.  Funds.
The department may accept funds, public and private, for the purposes of this section.
[PL 1983, c. 832, §1 (NEW).]
3.  Self supporting.
This program must be self-supporting from fees, grants or other sources of revenue.
[PL 2021, c. 173, §8 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 832, §1 (NEW). PL 1985, c. 204 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 510 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 173, §§6-8 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4174. Examination; criteria; standards

§4174. Examination; criteria; standards
The department shall provide for at least one examination each year for the purpose of examining candidates for certification pursuant to section 4173 at a time and place designated by the department.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §9 (AMD).]
The department shall establish the criteria and conditions for the classification of wastewater treatment plants.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §9 (AMD).]
The department shall establish the qualifications, conditions and licensing standards and procedures for the certification of individuals to act as operators or operators in responsible charge.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §9 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §4 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF). PL 2011, c. 206, §2 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 137, Pt. A, §2 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 315, §1 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 173, §9 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4175. Certificates

§4175. Certificates
The department shall issue certificates attesting to the competency of individuals to act as operators or operators in responsible charge. The certificate must indicate the classification level of the wastewater treatment plants for the operation of which the individual is qualified to act as an operator or an operator in responsible charge.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §10 (AMD).]
Certificates expire after a term established by the department. The department shall establish the qualifications, conditions and licensing standards and procedures for renewal of certificates.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §10 (AMD).]
This chapter may not be construed to affect or prevent the practice of any other legally recognized profession.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §10 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §635 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §5 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 547, §§B69,78 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2021, c. 173, §10 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4175-A. Compliance and enforcement

§4175-A. Compliance and enforcement
Notwithstanding Title 5, section 10051, after written notice and opportunity for a hearing pursuant to Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 4, the department may revoke or suspend the certificate of an operator or operator in responsible charge when it finds that the person has:   [PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).]
1.  Practiced fraud or deception.
Practiced fraud or deception;
[PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).]
2.  Failed to use reasonable care or judgment or properly apply knowledge.
Failed to use reasonable care or judgment or to apply the requisite knowledge, ability or ethical standards in the performance of the person's required duties;
[PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).]
3.  Failed to operate in compliance.
Failed to manage or supervise a wastewater treatment plant in a manner that ensures that the wastewater treatment plant is operated in compliance with state law, rules and licenses;
[PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).]
4.  Violated law, rules, licenses or standards.
Violated state law, rules or licenses or ethical standards as set forth in department rules;
[PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).]
5.  Lost or did not possess competency.
Lost the competency required for certification or did not possess the competency required at the time of certification; or
[PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).]
6.  Unable to properly perform.
Demonstrated that the person is unable to properly perform the person's required duties.
[PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).]
An operator or operator in responsible charge whose certificate is revoked under this section may apply for reinstatement of a certification of a like classification if appropriate proof of competency is presented to the department. The department may establish a more stringent proof of competency and procedures for the reinstatement of certification for an operator or operator in responsible charge whose certificate has been revoked.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4175-B. Department contracting

§4175-B. Department contracting
The department may contract for or otherwise employ or retain services to fulfill the department's duties under this chapter, including for the administration of an educational program pursuant to section 4173‑A, the provision of examinations pursuant to section 4174 and the issuance of certificates pursuant to section 4175.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §12 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2021, c. 173, §12 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4176. Without examination, other states

§4176. Without examination, other states
The department, upon application therefor, may issue a certificate, without examination, in a comparable classification, to any person who holds a certificate in any state, territory or possession of the United States or any country if the requirements for certification of operators under which the person's certificate was issued do not conflict with this chapter and are of a standard not lower than that specified by rules adopted under this chapter. The issuance of a certificate without examination does not exempt a person from any other requirement of an operator or an operator in responsible charge aside from the examination requirement. A person so certified is subject to disciplinary action under section 4175‑A.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §13 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF). PL 2021, c. 173, §13 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4177. Without examination, other owners (REPEALED)

§4177. Without examination, other owners
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1973, c. 625, §223 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 173, §14 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4178. Application

§4178. Application
This chapter applies to all operators and operators in responsible charge and any wastewater treatment plant that is used to meet the requirements of a state pollutant discharge elimination system permit or waste discharge license under Title 38, section 413.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §15 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 2021, c. 173, §15 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4179. Rules

§4179. Rules
The department shall adopt rules to administer this chapter that include, but are not limited to, provisions establishing the basis for classification of wastewater treatment plants in accordance with section 4172 and provisions establishing requirements for examinations, qualifications and ethical standards required of candidates to obtain certification. Rules adopted pursuant to this section are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2‑A.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §16 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 300, §8 (RPR). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §7 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF). PL 2017, c. 137, Pt. A, §3 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 315, §2 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 173, §16 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4180. Fees (REPEALED)

§4180. Fees
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1973, c. 712, §4 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4181. Penalty

§4181. Penalty
It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation, either municipal or private, to operate a wastewater treatment plant unless the competency of the operator or operator in responsible charge is certified to by the department under this chapter. It is unlawful for any person to perform the duties of an operator or operator in responsible charge without being duly certified under this chapter. The department may further grant a waiver for a period not exceeding one year for the operation of a wastewater treatment plant serving not more than 500 services in the event the wastewater treatment plant can demonstrate, to the department's satisfaction, that the certification requirements cannot be met.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §17 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1971, c. 76 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 625, §224 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §8 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF). PL 2021, c. 173, §17 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATORS › 32 §4182. Violation of law or rules and regulations

§4182. Violation of law or rules and regulations
Any person, firm or corporation, either municipal or private, violating any provision of this chapter or the rules adopted pursuant to this chapter is guilty of a Class E crime and may also be subject to civil enforcement actions under Title 38, section 347‑A and civil monetary penalties as established under Title 38, section 349. Each day of operation in violation of this chapter or any rules adopted pursuant to this chapter constitutes a separate offense.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §18 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 2021, c. 173, §18 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §4183. Definitions (REPEALED)

§4183. Definitions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §4184. Violations (REPEALED)

§4184. Violations
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §4185. Exemptions (REPEALED)

§4185. Exemptions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §4185-A. Services to minors for drug abuse (REPEALED)

§4185-A. Services to minors for drug abuse
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1971, c. 237, §4 (NEW). PL 1973, c. 145, §5 (RPR). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF SOCIAL WORKER REGISTRATION › 32 §4186. State Board of Social Worker Registration created (REPEALED)

§4186. State Board of Social Worker Registration created
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1975, c. 575, §47 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF SOCIAL WORKER REGISTRATION › 32 §4187. Qualifications (REPEALED)

§4187. Qualifications
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 262 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1975, c. 575, §48 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF SOCIAL WORKER REGISTRATION › 32 §4188. Compensation and expenses (REPEALED)

§4188. Compensation and expenses
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF SOCIAL WORKER REGISTRATION › 32 §4189. Organization and meetings (REPEALED)

§4189. Organization and meetings
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF SOCIAL WORKER REGISTRATION › 32 §4190. Powers (REPEALED)

§4190. Powers
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF SOCIAL WORKER REGISTRATION › 32 §4190-A. Reports; limitations (REPEALED)

§4190-A. Reports; limitations
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 604, §33 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP). PL 1979, c. 127, §182 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 2: STATE BOARD OF SOCIAL WORKER REGISTRATION › 32 §4190-B. Budget (REPEALED)

§4190-B. Budget
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1977, c. 644, §33 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP). PL 1979, c. 127, §182 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: REGISTRATION › 32 §4191. Registration required (REPEALED)

§4191. Registration required
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: REGISTRATION › 32 §4192. Qualifications (REPEALED)

§4192. Qualifications
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1971, c. 598, §80 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: REGISTRATION › 32 §4193. Registration without examination (REPEALED)

§4193. Registration without examination
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1971, c. 544, §118 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 598, §81 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 622, §120 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 625, §225 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: REGISTRATION › 32 §4194. Application; fees (REPEALED)

§4194. Application; fees
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: REGISTRATION › 32 §4195. Examinations (REPEALED)

§4195. Examinations
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: REGISTRATION › 32 §4196. Certificates (REPEALED)

§4196. Certificates
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: REGISTRATION › 32 §4197. Revocation and reissuance (REPEALED)

§4197. Revocation and reissuance
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1971, c. 622, §121 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: REGISTRATION › 32 §4198. Expiration and renewals (REPEALED)

§4198. Expiration and renewals
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 62-A: SOCIAL WORKERS (REPEALED) › Subchapter 3: REGISTRATION › 32 §4199. Receipts and disbursements (REPEALED)

§4199. Receipts and disbursements
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 590, §65 (NEW). PL 1971, c. 622, §121A (AMD). PL 1977, c. 673, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63: TATTOO ARTISTS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §4201. Definitions

§4201. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 2021, c. 125, §23 (NEW).]
1.  Department.
"Department" means the Department of Health and Human Services.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §23 (NEW).]
2.  Tattoo.
"Tattoo" means to insert pigment under the skin of a human being by pricking with a needle or otherwise so as to produce an indelible mark or figure visible through the skin.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §23 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2021, c. 125, §23 (RPR).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63: TATTOO ARTISTS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §4203. Minors

§4203. Minors
No person shall place a tattoo mark or figure upon a person under the age of 18 years.   [PL 1975, c. 701, §16 (RPR).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 433, §92 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 598, §82 (AMD). PL 1975, c. 701, §16 (RPR).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63: TATTOO ARTISTS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §4204. Penalties

§4204. Penalties
1.  Administrative penalty.
A person who fails to be licensed as required by this chapter, violates the sterilization, sanitation or safety standards adopted by the department under section 4251 or performs tattooing on a minor is subject to an administrative penalty, imposed by the department, of not less than $500 nor more than $1,000 for each violation. Each day the violation remains uncorrected may be counted as a separate offense.
[PL 2023, c. 113, §5 (AMD).]
2.  Enforcement.
A person who fails to pay a penalty imposed pursuant to this chapter:
A. May be referred to the Attorney General for appropriate enforcement action; and   [PL 2013, c. 264, §14 (NEW).]
B. In addition to all fines and penalties imposed pursuant to this chapter, is liable for any interest, costs and fees incurred by the Department of Health and Human Services, including attorney's fees.   [PL 2013, c. 264, §14 (NEW).]
[PL 2013, c. 264, §14 (NEW).]
3.  Grounds for refusal, suspension or revocation.
The department may revoke, suspend or refuse to issue or renew a license under this chapter or place a licensee on probation if:
A. The applicant or licensee has been convicted of a crime related to the practice of tattooing;   [PL 2021, c. 125, §24 (NEW).]
B. The applicant or licensee has engaged in any deception or misrepresentation to the department or the public in applying for a license or license renewal under this chapter or in the advertising or practice of tattooing;   [PL 2021, c. 125, §24 (NEW).]
C. The applicant or licensee has demonstrated negligence or incompetence or has endangered the public in the practice of tattooing; or   [PL 2021, c. 125, §24 (NEW).]
D. The applicant or licensee has violated a rule adopted by the department under this chapter.   [PL 2021, c. 125, §24 (NEW).]
[PL 2021, c. 125, §24 (NEW).]
4.  Schedule of penalties.
The department shall adopt major substantive rules in accordance with Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2‑A establishing a schedule of penalties according to the nature and duration of the violation of this section.
[PL 2023, c. 113, §6 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2013, c. 264, §14 (RPR). PL 2021, c. 125, §24 (AMD). PL 2023, c. 113, §§5, 6 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63: TATTOO ARTISTS › Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS › 32 §4205. Right of entry, inspection and determination of compliance

§4205. Right of entry, inspection and determination of compliance
The department and any duly designated officer or employee of the department have the right, without an administrative inspection warrant, to enter upon and into the premises of any establishment licensed, or a place where a person licensed under this chapter practices, pursuant to this chapter at any reasonable time in order to determine the state of compliance with this chapter and any rules adopted by the department under this chapter. The right of entry and inspection extends to any premises that the department has reason to believe is being operated or maintained without a license or a place where a person licensed under this chapter practices, but no such entry and inspection of any premises or place may be made without the permission of the owner or person in charge unless a search warrant is obtained authorizing entry and inspection. Determination of compliance with this chapter and any rules adopted under this chapter must be made at least once every 2 years by inspection or other method as determined by the department.   [PL 2021, c. 125, §25 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2021, c. 125, §25 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63: TATTOO ARTISTS › Subchapter 2: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES › 32 §4251. Rules and regulations

§4251. Rules and regulations
The Department of Health and Human Services is authorized and empowered to make necessary rules and regulations governing the application of tattoos upon the bodies of human beings.   [PL 1975, c. 293, §4 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 293, §4 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63: TATTOO ARTISTS › Subchapter 2: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES › 32 §4252. Issuance of licenses

§4252. Issuance of licenses
The Department of Health and Human Services may license persons to practice the art of tattooing. Such licenses are issued for a term of one year and may be renewed annually. The fee for an initial license or a renewal license may not exceed $250. All fees collected by the department pursuant to this section must be deposited in a special revenue account dedicated to a health inspection program.   [PL 2013, c. 264, §15 (AMD).]
1.  Additional inspection fees.
When an additional inspection is required to determine an applicant's eligibility for licensure under this chapter, the department is authorized to charge, in addition to the usual fees under this section for one license, which includes one licensure inspection and one follow-up inspection, an additional fee not to exceed $200 to cover the costs of each additional inspection or visit. The department may impose on the applicant a penalty for the applicant's failure to pay an additional inspection fee within 30 days of the billing date.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §26 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 293, §4 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV). PL 2009, c. 589, §11 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 264, §15 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 125, §26 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63: TATTOO ARTISTS › Subchapter 3: LICENSES › 32 §4301. License required

§4301. License required
No person shall place a tattoo upon the body of another human being without first obtaining a license from the Department of Health and Human Services.   [PL 1975, c. 293, §4 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).]
1.  License renewal.
A license under this chapter may be renewed annually upon payment of the prescribed fee, including late fees, additional inspection fees and fines if assessed and subject to compliance with rules of the department and this chapter. The department shall provide licensees with notice of the need for renewal and necessary forms no less than 30 days prior to the expiration of a license.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §27 (NEW).]
2.  Conditional license.
When an applicant for initial licensure or license renewal is found, based upon an inspection by the department, not in compliance with this chapter or rules adopted pursuant to section 4251, the department may refuse issuance of the initial or renewal license, but shall issue a conditional license, except when conditions are found that present a serious danger to the health and safety of the public. Failure by the conditional licensee to meet the conditions specified by the department permits the department to void the conditional license. The applicant may reapply for an annual license if the conditional license is voided or expires; however, the department may not reissue another conditional license. All conditions must be met in order for an applicant to reapply for and be issued an annual license.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §28 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1975, c. 293, §4 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV). PL 2021, c. 125, §§27, 28 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION › 32 §4311. Definitions

§4311. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
1.  Department.
"Department" means the Department of Health and Human Services.
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).]
2.  Micropigmentation.
"Micropigmentation" means placing nontoxic dyes or pigments into or under the skin to form marks for cosmetic or medical purposes. "Micropigmentation" does not include tattooing.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §29 (AMD).]
3.  Micropigmentation facility.
"Micropigmentation facility" means any space where micropigmentation is practiced.
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
4.  Micropigmentation practitioner.
"Micropigmentation practitioner" means a person who practices micropigmentation.
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV). PL 2021, c. 125, §29 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION › 32 §4312. License required

§4312. License required
1.  Requirement.
A person may not practice micropigmentation, display a sign or otherwise advertise or purport to be a micropigmentation practitioner unless that person holds a valid license issued by the department.
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
2.  Term of license.
A license issued under this chapter expires on September 30th and is renewable biennially.
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
2-A.  License renewal.
A license under this chapter may be renewed biennially upon payment of the prescribed fee, including late fees, additional inspection fees and fines if assessed and subject to compliance with rules of the department and this chapter. The department shall provide licensees with notice of the need for renewal and necessary forms no less than 30 days prior to the expiration of a license.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §30 (NEW).]
2-B.  Conditional license.
When an applicant for initial licensure or license renewal is found, based upon an inspection by the department, not in compliance with this chapter or rules adopted pursuant to section 4313, the department may refuse issuance of the initial or renewal license, but shall issue a conditional license, except when conditions are found that present a serious danger to the health and safety of the public. Failure by the conditional licensee to meet the conditions specified by the department permits the department to void the conditional license. The applicant may reapply for a biennial license if the conditional license is voided or expires; however, the department may not reissue another conditional license. All conditions must be met in order for an applicant to reapply for and be issued a biennial license.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §31 (NEW).]
3.  Exemption.
This chapter does not apply to a physician or a person acting under the control or supervision of a physician.
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW). PL 2021, c. 125, §§30, 31 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION › 32 §4313. Licensing rules

§4313. Licensing rules
The department shall adopt licensing rules governing the practice of micropigmentation under this chapter. Rules adopted under this chapter are routine technical rules for purposes of Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II‑A. The rules must include the following.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
1.  Standards of practice.
The department shall adopt rules that provide standards for the practice of micropigmentation that include at least the following.
A. Instruments used for micropigmentation must be sterilized in a manner specified by the department.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
B. Micropigmentation facilities must be equipped with appropriate sterilization equipment, hot and cold running water and a covered waste receptacle.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
C. Case history records must be kept for each client.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
D. A micropigmentation practitioner must demonstrate safety, sanitation and sterilization procedures and knowledge of infection control.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
2.  Education and training.
The department shall adopt rules specifying the education and training standards for the practice of micropigmentation. The rules may require continuing education.
The licensing rules must be adopted by the department by November 1, 1997.
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION › 32 §4314. Fee

§4314. Fee
The fee for a license under this chapter may not exceed $150. The fee required by this section includes the cost of a biennial inspection of the micropigmentation facility by the department. However, the department may inspect the facility at any time. All fees collected by the department pursuant to this section must be deposited into a special revenue account dedicated to a health inspection program.   [PL 2009, c. 589, §12 (AMD).]
1.  Additional inspection fees.
When an additional inspection is required to determine an applicant's eligibility for licensure under this chapter, the department is authorized to charge, in addition to the usual fees under this section for one license, which includes one licensure inspection and one follow-up inspection, an additional fee not to exceed $200 to cover the costs of each additional inspection or visit. The department may impose on the applicant a penalty for the applicant's failure to pay an additional inspection fee within 30 days of the billing date.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §32 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 589, §12 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 125, §32 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION › 32 §4315. Eligibility

§4315. Eligibility
To be eligible for a license under this chapter a person must:   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
1.  Age.
Be at least 18 years of age;
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
2.  High school diploma.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent education;
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
3.  Additional training.
Submit evidence of completion of education or training required by rules of the department under the direct supervision of a licensed micropigmentation practitioner; and
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
4.  Compliance.
Demonstrate ability to comply with the rules of the department.
[PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION › 32 §4316. Grounds for refusal, suspension or revocation

§4316. Grounds for refusal, suspension or revocation
The department may revoke, suspend or refuse to issue or renew a license under this chapter or place a licensee on probation if:   [PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).]
1.  Conviction.
The applicant or licensee has been convicted of a crime related to the practice of micropigmentation;
[PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).]
2.  Deception or misrepresentation.
The applicant or licensee has engaged in any deception or misrepresentation to the department or the public in applying for a license or license renewal under this chapter or in the advertising or practice of micropigmentation;
[PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).]
3.  Negligence; incompetence; endangering the public.
The applicant or licensee has demonstrated negligence, incompetence or danger to the public in the practice of micropigmentation; or
[PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).]
4.  Violation of rules.
The applicant or licensee has violated any of the rules adopted by the department under this chapter.
[PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW). PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS › Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION › 32 §4317. Compliance

§4317. Compliance
Beginning January 1, 1998, a person seeking to engage in the business of micropigmentation shall comply with the provisions of this chapter.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).