OAR 859-200-0148. Examination Submission Requirements

(1) This rule governs the timing for submission of examination reports required for hearings before the Board. (2) Unless otherwise specified, an examination report required for a hearing under OAR 859-200-0070 shall be submitted no later than fourteen (14) days prior to the scheduled hearing date. (3) If an examination report includes an opinion that the person may no longer meet jurisdictional criteria, including in connection with a request for discharge under OAR 859-200-0071, the examination shall be submitted no later than forty-five (45) days prior to the hearing date. (4) An examination report conducted for purposes of certification under ORS 426.702 shall be submitted no later than ninety (90) days prior to the end of the current term of commitment. (5) If an examination is not submitted in accordance with this rule, the Board may: (a) Continue the hearing; or (b) Proceed with the hearing as necessary to comply with applicable time requirements.