Doyle v. Board of Barber Examiners

After an administrative hearing the Board of Barber Examiners ordered revocation of petitioner’s barbershop certificate. He sought review by mandate in the superior court and now appeals from a judgment sustaining the board’s action.

Petitioner held a barbershop certificate for premises at 1129 20th Street in the City of Sacramento as well as a certificate as a journeyman barber. Following the filing and service of the administrative accusation, petitioner received notice of a hearing before a hearing officer. He chose not to file a notice of defense as permitted by Government Code sections…