310-A:101 Procedures. – The records of the board shall be prima facie evidence of the proceedings of the board, and a transcript of such records certified by the secretary of the board under seal shall be admissible in evidence with the same force and effect as if the original were produced. The board shall […]
310-A:102 Rulemaking. – Pursuant to RSA 541-A, the board shall make rules reasonably necessary for the proper performance of its duties and the conduct of the proceedings brought before it, so long as such rules do not conflict with the constitution and laws of the state of New Hampshire. Such rulemaking authority includes, but […]
310-A:103 Disclosure. – To ensure compliance with ethical standards established by the board, under RSA 310-A:102, VI, when dealing with the public, foresters shall: I. Identify clearly themselves, their employer, and in whose interest they are working. II. Disclose fully any financial or purchase interest they or their employer may have in the land […]
310-A:104 Qualifications for License. – Applicants for licensure as foresters shall qualify under one of the following categories: I. Possession of a 4-year forestry degree and 2 years experience of a nature satisfactory to the board. The board may require an applicant to pass an oral or written examination, or otherwise meet the approval […]
310-A:105 Applications; Fees. – Applications for licensing shall be made on forms prescribed and furnished by the board, and shall contain statements made under oath as to citizenship, residence, the applicant’s education, a detailed summary of the applicant’s technical experience, and shall contain the names of not less than 5 references, 3 or more […]
310-A:106 Examination; Re-Examination; Fee. – The methods and procedure for written and oral examinations shall be prescribed by the board. A candidate failing an examination may apply for re-examination at the expiration of 6 months and shall be entitled to one re-examination without payment of an additional fee. Subsequent re-examinations may be granted upon […]
310-A:107 Issuance of License; Endorsement of Documents. – The board shall issue a license upon payment of the fee as provided in this subdivision to any applicant, who, in the opinion of the board, has satisfactorily met all the requirements of this subdivision. Licenses shall show the full name of the licensee and shall […]
310-A:108 Expiration. – All licenses issued by the board shall expire on the last day of the month of the licensee’s birth in the year 2 years following the year of issuance. Source. 1990, 166:5. 2011, 64:1, eff. July 1, 2011.
310-A:109 License Renewal. – Licenses may be renewed by written application prior to the expiration date and by payment of the prescribed renewal fee. The secretary shall notify each forester one month prior to the expiration of such certificate. The applicant shall submit proof of completion of 20 hours of continuing education approved by […]
310-A:11 Licensure Required. – No person shall practice engineering in this state, except as permitted in RSA 310-A:19, III or RSA 310-A:27, without a professional engineer’s license issued under this subdivision. Source. 1981, 485:1. 1989, 247:6. 1995, 284:11, eff. Jan. 1, 1996.
310-A:110 Failure to Renew. – Failure to remit the biennial renewal fee when due or failure to submit proof of required continuing education shall automatically cancel the license. If properly renewed, a license shall remain in effect continuously from the date of issuance, unless suspended or revoked by the board for just cause. A […]
310-A:111 Reciprocity. – Reciprocity shall be granted to foresters from states whose requirements, in the judgment of the board, are comparable to the requirements of this subdivision. Source. 1990, 166:5, eff. June 30, 1991.
310-A:112 Disciplinary Action. – I. The board may undertake disciplinary proceedings: (a) Upon its own initiative; or (b) Upon written complaint of any person which charges that a person licensed by the board has committed misconduct under paragraph II, and which specifies the grounds for such complaint. The board may utilize the services of […]
310-A:113 Hearings. – The board shall take no disciplinary action without a hearing. At least 14 days prior to a hearing, all parties to a disciplinary proceeding shall be served, either personally or by certified mail, return receipt requested, with a written copy of the complaint filed and notice of the time and place […]
310-A:113-a Additional Powers; Subpoenas. – The board shall have the power to subpoena witnesses and compel, by subpoena duces tecum, the production of books, papers, and documents in a case involving the suspension or revocation of licensure. Any member of the board may administer oaths or affirmations to witnesses appearing before the board. Source. […]
310-A:114 Violations; Penalty. – Any person who practices or offers to practice forestry in this state for others for compensation without a license in accordance with this subdivision, or any person presenting or attempting to use the license or seal of another, or any person who gives any false or forged evidence of any […]
310-A:115 Restraint of Violations. – The superior court shall have jurisdiction in equity to restrain violations of this subdivision on proceedings brought by the attorney general, the board, or any society of licensed foresters duly incorporated under the laws of this state. Source. 1990, 166:5, eff. June 30, 1991.
310-A:116 Administrative Costs. – The fees established by the board under this subdivision shall be sufficient to produce estimated revenues equal to 125 percent of the estimated direct operating expenses of the board budgeted for the biennium in which they will apply. Source. 1990, 166:5. 2014, 269:8, eff. July 1, 2014.
310-A:117 Real Estate Broker or Appraiser Credentials Not Necessary. – Notwithstanding any other provision of law, foresters licensed under this subdivision shall not be required to be licensed, certified, or registered under RSA 331-A or as real estate appraisers. Source. 1990, 166:5, eff. June 30, 1991.
310-A:118 Definitions. – In this subdivision: I. " Board " means the board of professional geologists. II. " Business organization " means any enterprise, whether corporation, partnership, limited liability company, proprietorship, association, business trust, real estate trust, or other form of organization; organized for gain or profit, carrying on any business activity within the […]
