Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 53692 - Decision

(a) The hearing officer shall submit a proposed decision to the Director in writing within 60 days after the record has been closed. The proposed decision shall contain findings of fact, a determination of the issues presented, and an order.

(b) The Director may take any of the following actions within 30 days after submission of the hearing officer's proposed decision:

(1) Adopt the proposed decision.

(2) Reject the proposed decision and order that a new proposed decision be prepared based upon the record.

(3) Direct the hearing officer to reopen the hearing for the taking of further evidence and the preparation of a new proposed decision.

(c) The decision adopted by the Director shall:

(1) Be delivered to each party personally or sent to them by certified or registered mail.

(2) Become effective 30 days after it is delivered or mailed to the parties, unless a reconsideration is ordered within that time.

Notes

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 53692

1. Amendment filed 9-3-82; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 82, No. 36).

Note: Authority cited: Sections 14312 and 14454, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Section 14454, Welfare and Institutions Code.

1. Amendment filed 9-3-82; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 82, No. 36).