(1) If the supervisor finds the offender guilty of a general violation, only the offender may appeal the decision and/or sanction(s) to a hearing officer.

(a) The appeal must be in writing and must include the reason(s) why the offender believes the action taken was incorrect and specify the desired relief.

(b) The appeal must be delivered to the hearing officer within two business days of receiving the notice.

(c) Failure to follow appeal procedures shall be deemed a waiver of the appeal, however the hearing officer may consider appeals filed beyond the two business day period.

(2) The hearing officer will review and act on the appeal request within ten business days of receipt unless an extension is approved in writing by the superintendent. The hearing officer may affirm the decision and sanction(s), affirm the decision and reduce the sanction(s), or dismiss/modify downward the decision and sanction(s).

(3) Once a decision is made on the appeal, the offender shall be notified in writing within three business days, unless an extension is approved in writing by the superintendent.

(4) Sanctions will not be stayed upon appeal.