Section 260-RICR-50-05-5.8 - Appeal ProcessA. The Appeals process is available for any applicant who feels that eligibility criteria has been inaccurately or unfairly applied in a particular case.B. Upon notice that his/her application for certification has been rejected, the applicant may request a review by the Director.C. At the time of notification of rejection, the applicant will receive notice of his/her right to appeal with instructions and timelines for doing so.D. The applicant must file written appeal with the Director's office within 10 days of notice of rejection. The Director's review will be limited to the facts and documentation submitted in support of the application for certification. The applicant will not be permitted to submit additional documentation at this time.E. At the election of the applicant, he/she may receive formal hearing before the Director. Otherwise, the applicant's complete file, including the decision of the Director's designee will be considered by the Director and a decision will be rendered on the appeal within 60 days.F. If the applicant requests a hearing, one will be scheduled within 60 days. The Director's decision will follow within a reasonable time thereafter.G. The decision of the Director, after appeal, is final.H. Any applicant may reapply for certification under the standards for certification in existence at the time of reapplication.260 R.I. Code R. 260-RICR-50-05-5.8
Adopted effective 1/7/2019