Notice of Hearing

PURPOSE: This rule sets out the timing and content of the notice of hearing. (1) Immediately upon setting a hearing, the director shall serve notice by mail on all parties to the matter. Service of notice shall be made by mailing a copy of the hearing order required by 20 CSR 800-1.030(4) to all parties. If a party cannot be reached at the last known address, notice may be given by publication pursuant to Missouri Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 54.17. (2) The director may serve notice of the hearing on any person the director determines should have notice of the hearing. (3) If there is a large group whose rights would be affected by the proceeding, notice will be given to a sufficient number of class members as the director determines will give adequate notice to the class. AUTHORITY: sections 354.120 and 374.045, RSMo 2000 and sections 374.705, 376.1528, and 385.218, RSMo Supp. 2007.* Original rule filed Sept. 5, 2007, effective May 30, 2008. *Original authority: 354.120, RSMo 1973, amended 1983, 1993, 1995; 374.045, RSMo 1967, amended 1993, 1995; 374.705, RSMo 1983, amended 1993, 2004; 376.1528, RSMo 2007; and 385.218, RSMo 2007.