WAC 388-103-0100. How does an alleged perpetrator request an administrative hearing to challenge an initial substantiated finding?

(1) To request an administrative hearing, the alleged perpetrator must send, deliver, or fax a written request to the office of administrative hearings (OAH). (a) OAH must receive the written request no later than the earlier of: (i) 5:00 p.m. on the thirtieth calendar day after the mailing date on adult protective services' (APS's) letter of notice; or (ii) 5:00 p.m. on the thirtieth calendar day after the date APS's letter of notice was personally served upon the alleged perpetrator. (b) Days are counted as described under WAC 388-02-0035 . (c) OAH mailing addresses, fax numbers, and telephone numbers are in WAC 388-02-0025 . (2) The minimum information required to make a request is given by: (a) Completing the adult protective services administrative hearing request form (DSHS 27-178); or (b) A written request that includes: (i) The full legal name, current address, and phone number of the alleged perpetrator; (ii) A brief explanation of why the alleged perpetrator disagrees with the initial substantiated finding; and (iii) A description of assistance needed in the administrative appeal process, if any, by the alleged perpetrator, such as a foreign or sign language interpreter, or accommodation for a disability. (3) Good cause, as described under WAC 388-02-0020 , does not apply to the requirements of this section.