What is the investigation process included when dealing with complaints and charges for repair and body shops?
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During this process, a formal investigation is undertaken, which results in no action, a warning letter being placed on your file, or a formal administrative hearing before an ALJ
What happens if, during the investigation process, my offer is rejected?
If your offer is rejected, a hearing must be held
What happens if, during the investigation process, the waiver is accepted?
In this instance, no hearing will be required
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What happens if I want to appeal a decision made at a hearing process?
To appeal, you must file an appeal within 60 days of the ALJ's decision with the use of an Appeal From DMV Hearing Determination form. You must include the appropriate fees with this form also
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What are the circumstances involved if a hearing process is initiated by Vehicle Safety?
When initiate by Vehicle Safety, you can be offered a "hearing waiver" during which you will be given an opportunity to admit the charges and to either pay a monetary penalty and/or accept a suspension
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What if the ALJ only imposes civil penalties during a hearing process?
In this instance, you will receive a letter shortly after the hearing which will outline that in order to prevent the loss of your operating privilege, you must pay all fines and penalties that have been imposed
If I comply fully and pay my fine or serve out the period of suspension handed down, what happens then?
If you fulfil this and have been completely compliant, you will be back in business
