SECTION 450:1-1-1. Purpose  


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  • (a)   These rules are promulgated pursuant to the requirements of the Administrative Procedures Act, 75 O.S. § 250, et seq. The purpose of these rules is to effectively implement and enforce the provisions of Title 43A of the Oklahoma Statutes. These rules supplement existing state and federal laws, and being duly promulgated, have the force and effect of law.
    (b)   These rules govern formal proceedings of the Department. Informal proceedings may be held as announced by the Department or as agreed with any person.
[Source: Added at 10 Ok Reg 3087, eff 7-1-93; Amended at 19 Ok Reg 1346, eff 7-1-02]