If an appeal under section 1561 is filed after the time permitted herein, a decision shall be issued denying the appeal unless the Local Mental Health Service shows good cause for the late filing. The determination of what constitutes good cause is solely within the discretion of the Director.
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 9, § 1562
Note: Authority cited: Sections 5400 and 5750, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Section 5700.1 and 5712, Welfare and Institutions Code.