Before a license can be suspended or revoked, who conducts the public hearing?

The process of suspending or revoking a funeral service license is governed by the West Virginia Board of Funeral Service Examiners. This board is tasked with overseeing the profession, ensuring that practitioners meet required standards of conduct and performance. When a situation arises that warrants a license suspension or revocation, it is essential to follow due process, which includes conducting a public hearing.

The board is responsible for facilitating this public hearing, providing an impartial venue where evidence can be presented and examined. This allows both the board and the licensee to hear all sides of the issue before making a final determination regarding the license status. By following this protocol, the board upholds transparency and fairness within the profession.

The other entities mentioned would not typically be involved in the licensing procedure for funeral service practitioners. The State Supreme Court does not handle administrative actions like license hearings; local county commissions generally do not have jurisdiction over state licensing matters; and while the Department of Health may oversee certain health-related regulations, it does not conduct hearings related to professional licensing specifically for funeral services. Thus, the West Virginia Board of Funeral Service Examiners is the correct entity to conduct these hearings, ensuring compliance with state laws and regulations governing the practice.