WAC 208-08-150. Amending initiating document

(1) Prior to the assignment of a presiding officer the initiating document may be amended at any time. (2) After the assignment of a presiding officer the initiating document may be amended upon motion filed by the department and service to all parties. The motion will be granted unless the presiding officer finds a party will be unduly prejudiced or burdened. (3) When the initiating document is a statement of charges, a party must submit an answer within thirty days. (4) The presiding officer may delay all or part of the hearing if necessary to afford a party the opportunity to respond or prepare.