PDFWAC 357-52-170

What actions may be taken by a hearing officer following a hearing?

(1) At the conclusion of a hearing, the hearing officer may require post-hearing briefs.
(2) The hearing officer may affirm, reverse or modify an action of an employer or remand the matter for further proceedings.
(3) When the hearing officer reduces a dismissal to a suspension, the period of suspension is not limited by RCW 41.06.170(1).
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 41.06 RCW. WSR 05-01-191, § 357-52-170, filed 12/21/04, effective 7/1/05.]