Section 216-RICR-10-05-4.14 - DecisionsA. Decisions and Orders. All decisions and orders rendered by the AHO shall be in writing, or stated on the record, and shall comply with the requirements of R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-35-12 and shall be made public unless otherwise restricted by law. Every final decision and order shall contain findings of fact and conclusions of law as necessary to comply with the requirements of R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-3512, and shall contain a notice indicating the right to enter an appeal of the decision and order to the Superior Court pursuant to R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-35-15.B. Withdrawal of Exhibits. After a decision has become final and all appeal periods have lapsed, the AHO may in her/his discretion, upon motion, permit the withdrawal of original exhibits or any part thereof by the party or person entitled thereto.C. Presiding Officer Unavailable. When an AHO becomes incapacitated or unavailable, for an unreasonable period of time, to complete a hearing and/or decision and order, the Director may appoint another AHO who shall complete the hearing.D. Advisory Opinions. The Department shall make a witness available to sponsor and be examined on any Advisory Opinion issued by the Department. Issuance of Advisory Opinions by the Department shall not be subject to requirements for public notice or public comment.216 R.I. Code R. 216-RICR-10-05-4.14
Amended effective 1/9/2022