Disposition

Requests for investigation may result in: 1. Informal resolution and disposition by the board; 2. Formal resolution and disposition by the board. The board may use an administrative law judge to preside over the entire administrative proceeding and prepare recommended findings of fact, conclusions of law, and recommended order for board consideration, or the board may use a procedural hearing officer for the conduct of the hearing at which a majority of board members must be present at the hearing; 3. Dismissal. If the board's investigative panel determines that the alleged violation is frivolous, would not constitute grounds for disciplinary action, is outside the jurisdiction of the board, or is otherwise inappropriate for board action, the complainant and the affected licensee or registrant shall be notified in writing that the board will not pursue the matter, stating the grounds for the decision; 4. Referral to another agency; or 5. Other action as directed by the board.