The sanctions are applied in the form of termination of benefits for a specific length of time. The length of termination of benefits is determined as follows:
First sanction -- entire assistance group ineligible for one month;
Second sanction -- entire assistance group ineligible for six months; and
Third sanction -- entire assistance group ineligible for one year; but may reapply within one year.
W. Va. Code R. § 78-23-4