Section 110-03-0480 - Contents of the initial orderThe ALJ's initial order must:
(1) Be correctly captioned, identifying DCYF, the name of the proceeding, and the docket number;(2) List the names of all parties and representatives who participated in the proceeding;(3) Contain numbered findings of fact based on the evidence in the record or officially noticed in the proceeding that the ALJ relied on in coming to a decision;(4) Identify and explain findings based substantially on credibility of evidence or on demeanor of witnesses;(5) Contain numbered conclusions of law and the reasons and basis for them, including citations of statutes and rules relied upon;(6) Contain an order disposing of all contested issues, stating the result and remedy ordered;(7) Contain a statement describing available procedures and time limits for requesting changes to the initial order or review by the BOA;(8) State when the decision becomes final; and(9) Include any other information required by law or DCYF program rules.Wash. Admin. Code § 110-03-0480
Adopted by WSR 20-02-031, Filed 12/19/2019, effective 1/19/2020