The bureau shall inspect the books, records, and premises of any cemetery where a certificate of authority is required under this chapter. In making the inspections, the bureau shall have access to all books and records, buildings, mausoleums, columbariums, storage areas, including storage areas for human remains, during regular office hours or the hours the cemetery is in operation. No prior notification of the inspection is required to be given to the holder of the certificate of authority. If any certificate holder fails to allow the inspection or any part thereof, disciplinary action, including, but not limited to, revocation or suspension may be taken against the certificate of authority. All disciplinary proceedings shall be conducted in accordance with this chapter.

(Added by Stats. 2015, Ch. 395, Sec. 19. (AB 180) Effective January 1, 2016.)