Current through October 31, 2024
Section 49.545 - What will be included in the administrative law judge's decision?(a) The administrative law judge's written decision will set forth:(1) The findings of fact and conclusions of law;(2) The reasons and bases for the findings; and(3) An assessment of the penalty, if any.(b) The amount of any penalty assessed will:(1) Be determined in accordance with this subpart and subpart G of this part; and(2) Not be limited by the amount of the penalty assessed by the Federal land manager under § 49.525 or by any offer of mitigation or remission previously made.(c) The administrative law judge's decision will become effective 31 days from the date of the written decision unless a timely appeal of the decision is filed under § 49.550 .