(a) Before the State Fire Marshal takes any final action under § 12–612 of this subtitle, the State Fire Marshal shall give the individual against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the State Fire Marshal. (b) The State Fire Marshal shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article. (c) The hearing notice shall be sent by certified mail to the last known address of the person at least 10 business days before the hearing. (d) The State Fire Marshal may administer oaths in connection with any proceeding under this section. (e) The person may be represented at the hearing by counsel. (f) If, after due notice, the person against whom the action is contemplated fails to appear for the hearing, the State Fire Marshal may hear and determine the matter.
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