Okla. Admin. Code § 150:1-15-12

Current through Vol. 42, No. 7, December 16, 2024

Section 150:1-15-12 - Reports of hearing examiner; final order

(a) Pursuant to a show cause hearing, the hearing examiner shall timely prepare and file his report, containing findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendations as to the disposition of the case with the Executive Director.

(1) If the report of the hearing examiner contains a recommendation adverse to a respondent, the final decision of the Executive Director may not be made until a proposed order is served on the respondent and an opportunity afforded for said respondent to file exceptions and briefs within ten (10) days to the Executive Director. The report shall be mailed to each party and their representatives. Within ten (10) days of the date the report is mailed, any party adversely affected by the proposed order who wishes a rehearing must submit such a motion, setting out reasons in briefs.

(2) If the hearing examiner has requested and received proposed orders, the recommended order shall also include a ruling on each proposed finding of facts and conclusions of law proffered in the proposed orders.

(3) The parties may waive compliance with this section by written stipulation.

(b) The Executive Director shall fully review the record and render a decision.

(1) A final order shall be issued in writing and shall include findings of fact and conclusions of law in accordance with the provisions of 75 O.S., Section 312.

(2) A copy of the final order shall be delivered by the marshal of the Department or his designee or by certified mail.

Okla. Admin. Code § 150:1-15-12