LAC 67:III.317. Responsibility of DCFS Appeals Unit When a Fair Hearing is Requested

A. The DCFS Appeals Unit has the sole responsibility for accepting or rejecting all requests for a fair hearing. B. The DCFS Appeals Unit must acknowledge fair hearing requests made directly to that office by or for a claimant, or requests submitted by the department. All requests must be denied or accepted in writing. The department will receive appropriate notification.