Sec. 12.15.05.10. Suspension of an Authorization Certificate

A. The Central Repository may suspend an authorization certificate granted under this chapter, if the Central Repository determines that the private provider:

(1) Perpetrated a fraud against the Central Repository or the public;

(2) Created the impression that the private provider is associated with or is a part of the Central Repository or another State agency;

(3) Conducted business in a manner that is detrimental to the interests of the Central Repository, the State, or the public;

(4) Has not met the administrative or operational requirements for authorization under this chapter;

(5) Has more than a 2 percent rejection rate of fingerprint impressions as determined by the Central Repository or FBI; or

(6) Failed to forward payments to the Central Repository as required under this chapter.

B. The private provider may reapply for an authorization certificate after 6 months from the date of a suspension.