WAC 388-101-4330. Finalizing a preliminary finding

(1) A preliminary finding becomes a final finding when: (a) The department gives the individual notice of the preliminary finding under WAC 388-101-4270 and the individual does not request an administrative hearing; (b) The administrative law judge: (i) Dismisses the appeal following withdrawal of the appeal or default; or (ii) Issues an initial order upholding the finding and the individual fails to appeal the initial order to the department's board of appeals; or (c) The board of appeals issues a final order upholding the finding. (2) The final finding is permanent and will only be removed from the department's records if it is rescinded following judicial review.