The state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) and its respective state Boards and Commissions have released a summary of disciplinary actions taken through June 2024 on individuals and entities holding professional and vocational licenses in Hawai‘i. These actions are based on either the results of contested case hearings or settlement agreements submitted by the parties involved. Settlement agreements are entered into as a compromise to claims and to conserve expenses associated with administrative hearings.
The DCCA, along with the Boards and Commissions, is responsible for ensuring that those with professional and vocational licenses adhere to standards prescribed by state law.
**Medical Board**
Respondent: David O. Griffith
Case Number: MED 2024-46-L
Sanction: $1,000 fine
Effective Date: June 13, 2024
RICO alleges that on May 1, 2017, Respondent was convicted of taking physical control of a vehicle under the influence in Ohio. It is further alleged that Respondent answered "no" to the question, “During the past two years, have you been convicted of a crime in which the conviction has not been annulled or expunged,” on his November 3, 2017 renewal application. This is seen as a potential violation of HRS § 453-8(a)(6). The board approved a settlement agreement in this matter.
**Board of Pharmacy**
Respondent: Pathwrite, Inc., dba Paragon Infusion Services
Case Number: PHA 2023-54-L
Sanction: $2,000 fine
Effective Date: June 20, 2024