§ 3-509. Denial, suspension, or revocation of licenses; grounds; reinstatement.

(1) Has engaged in any fraud or deceit in procuring or attempting to procure a license provided for pursuant to this subchapter;

(2) Has been convicted of a felony or other crime involving moral turpitude;

(3) Is a chronic alcoholic as defined in § 24-602, or is a drug user as defined in § 24-702;

(4) Uses advertising or solicitation which is false, misleading, or which is determined by the Mayor to be unprofessional;

(5) Has demonstrated incompetence or gross negligence in the practice of veterinary medicine;

(6) Has knowingly employed a person who is practicing veterinary medicine unlawfully;

(7) Has practiced fraud or dishonesty in the application or reporting of any tests for animal disease;

(8) Has failed to maintain his premises and equipment in a safe, clean, and sanitary condition;

(9) Has failed to report, as required by law, or has made a false report of, any contagious or infectious disease;

(10) Has been grossly negligent in the inspection of food-stuffs or the issuance of health or inspection certificates;

(11) Has practiced cruelty to animals;

(12) Has had his or her license to practice veterinary medicine in another state revoked or suspended on grounds other than nonpayment of the license fee; or

(13) Has demonstrated unprofessional conduct as specified in rules issued by the Mayor.