W. Va. Code R. § 153-12-4

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 153-12-4 - Required Hearings Prior To Suspension, Revocation Or Refusal To Renew; Notice

4.1. Prior to suspension, revocation or refusal to renew a license, the Secretary of State shall notify the person affected of the intent to suspend, revoke or deny renewal.

4.2. The notice shall contain a short, plain statement of the matters asserted; the date, time and place of hearing and a statement of intention to appoint a hearing examiner, if one is to be appointed pursuant to Section 9 of these rules.

4.3. Notice shall be received by the party affected at least thirty (30) days prior to the hearing and shall be delivered return receipt requested in a manner required by W. Va. Code '56-2-1.

4.4. The hearing shall be held within forty-five (45) days of the receipt of the notice by the party affected, as indicated by the return receipt requested.

4.5. Failure to appear, unless granted a continuance, on the date and at the time of the hearing shall be deemed default and a suspension, revocation or renewal denial order shall be entered and put into effect.

W. Va. Code R. § 153-12-4