(1) A license or permit may be revoked, suspended, or denied by the State Fire Marshal because of, but not limited to: (a) noncompliance with any order written by the State Fire Marshal. (b) conviction of a crime of violence or of any crime punishable by a term of imprisonment exceeding two years. (c) advocating or knowingly belonging to any organization or group which advocates violent overthrow of or violent action against the federal, state, or local government. (d) having or contracting physical or mental illness or condition that in the judgment of the State Fire Marshal would make the use and possession of explosive materials hazardous to the licensee or permittee and to the public. (e) violating the terms of the license or permit or essential changes in the condition under which the license or permit was issued without prior approval of the State Fire Marshal. (f) violating the provisions of this section. However, except for violations considered an immediate threat to public safety, the State Fire Marshal may issue a notice of noncompliance and set a time limit to achieve immediate compliance. ction. However, except for violations considered an immediate threat to public safety, the State Fire Marshal may issue a notice of noncompliance and set a time limit to achieve immediate compliance. (g) giving false information or making a misrepresentation to obtain a license or permit. (2) The State Fire Marshal may invoke suspension of a license or permit pending disposition of a felony charge which involves the use of explosives brought against a licensee or permittee. HISTORY: 1986 Act No. 480, Section 10.
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