Okla. Admin. Code § 310:4-1-10

Current through Vol. 42, No. 6, December 2, 2024

Section 310:4-1-10 - Ex parte contacts

Applicants and other parties must not attempt to discuss the merits of a particular case with the Commissioner or the hearing officer except during a preliminary conference or public hearing. Contacts concerning Certificate of Need projects may be directed to the Department staff.

(1)Procedure. If the Commissioner or hearing officer is a party to a discussion on the merits of a particular case, then they must document the contact in writing in the record of the case with the names of the parties and the essence of the conversation.

(2)Penalty. Any party who attempts to make an improper ex parte communication with the Commissioner or the hearing officer may be disqualified from further participation in the review of the case.

Okla. Admin. Code § 310:4-1-10

Amended at 14 Ok Reg 2247, eff 6-12-97

Amended by Oklahoma Register, Volume 38, Issue 24, September 1, 2021, eff. 9/11/2021