Section 25. Notice Of Hearing And Time Limits For Holding Hearing

A. Within ten (10) working days of appointment, the hearing officer shall establish the date, time and place of the hearing. The hearing shall be no more than one hundred twenty (120) calendar days from the date of the civil penalty assessment unless the parties agree otherwise. B. The hearing officer shall issue a notice of hearing at least thirty (30) calendar days before the hearing date, unless the parties agree to a shorter timeframe. The notice shall be served on the parties by certified mail, return receipt requested. At the discretion of the hearing officer, the notice may be served by regular mail or other appropriate means on any other persons or entities that may have an interest in the proceedings. C. The notice of hearing shall include: (1) the name of the assessed party; (2) the name and address of the adult protective services division director; (3) the time, date, place, and nature of the hearing; and (4) a statement of the legal authority under which the hearing is to be held. 8.11.5.25 NMAC - N, 10/30/08]