Section 170-03-0530. Contents of the initial order.  


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  • The ALJ initial order must:
    (1) Identify the hearing decision as a DEL case;
    (2) List the name and docket number of the case and the names of all parties and representatives;
    (3) Find the specific facts determined to exist by the ALJ, based on the hearing record, and relied on by the ALJ in resolving the dispute;
    (4) Explain why evidence is credible when the facts or conduct of a witness is in question;
    (5) State the law that applies to the dispute;
    (6) Apply the law to the facts of the case in the conclusions of law;
    (7) Discuss the reasons for the decision based on the facts and the law;
    (8) State the result;
    (9) Explain how to request changes in the decision and the deadlines for requesting them;
    (10) State the date the decision becomes final; and
    (11) Include any other information required by law or DEL program rules.
    [Statutory Authority: Chapter 43.215 RCW, RCW 34.05.220, chapter 34.05 RCW, 2006 c 265. WSR 08-06-102, § 170-03-0530, filed 3/5/08, effective 4/5/08.]
Chapter 43.215 RCW, RCW 34.05.220, chapter 34.05 RCW, 2006 c 265. WSR 08-06-102, § 170-03-0530, filed 3/5/08, effective 4/5/08.