§ 4-10. Probation, revocation, or suspension—Grounds.

Every certificate issued under this article shall be subject to probation, revocation or suspension by the county manager where it shall appear that:

(a)

The certificate holder has failed or neglected to render the full service authorized by the certificate.

(b)

The certificate holder has been convicted of a felony or any criminal offense involving moral turpitude after being issued a certificate.

(c)

The certificate was obtained by an application in which any material fact was omitted or stated falsely.

(d)

The certificate holder has repeatedly operated a vehicle or aircraft in violation of any law.

(e)

The certificate holder has failed to comply with any of the provisions of this chapter or has willfully or knowingly violated any of the provisions of this chapter.

(f)

The public interest will best be served by probation, revocation or suspension of any certificate provided, however, that good cause be shown.

(g)

The certificate holder has demanded money or compensation other than that established in accordance with this chapter.

(h)

The certificate holder has failed to load and promptly transport patients with a medical emergency regardless of ability to pay.

(i)

The certificate holder has given or allowed a rebate, commission, kickback or any reduced rate discount not provided for in the rates established and prescribed in this chapter.

(j)

The certificate holder or employee has induced or sought to induce a change of destination to or from a hospital or another facility other than the destination specified by the patient unless specifically warranted by protocol or the patient's medical condition.

(Ord. No. 94-93, § 2, 5-17-94; Ord. No. 01-38, § 1, 3-8-01)