33-16-523. Investigation of applicants for license; granting or refusing license.
Upon receipt of an application for an establishment license under this act, the board may cause an investigation to be made as to the character of the applicant, including its officers or members if the application is by or in behalf of business entity, and may require a showing that will reasonably prove that the applicant does not have a background evidencing conduct adverse to the practice of funeral service or to the ability to practice funeral service. The board may subpoena witnesses and administer oaths upon proper notice. After proper hearing, the board shall grant a license if it finds the applicant does not have a background evidencing conduct adverse to the practice of funeral service or to the ability to practice funeral service and the proposed funeral establishment is, or will be, constructed and equipped as required by this act. Every application shall be granted or refused within ninety (90) days from the date of the filing of the application.