(1) Pursuant to 75-10-1221, MCA, the department may issue an order denying or revoking a license.   The department shall serve written notice of an order of denial or revocation, by certified mail, on the applicant or licensee or the agent of the applicant or licensee.   The notice must contain the finding required in 75-10-1221, MCA.   Service is complete on the date of mailing.

(2) An order denying or revoking a license becomes final 30 days after service unless, within that time, the applicant or licensee requests a contested case hearing before the board.