SECTION 475:10-1-17. Applications for scientific research in Schedule I substances

(a)   In the case of an application to conduct scientific research with controlled dangerous substances listed in Schedule I, the Director may process the application and protocol and forward a copy of each to an independent expert selected by the Director within seven (7) days after receipt. The independent expert shall promptly advise the Director concerning the qualification of the applicant.

(b)   An applicant whose protocol is defective shall be notified by the Director within seven (7) days after receipt of such protocol from the independent expert, and he/she shall be required to correct the existing defects before consideration shall be given to his/her submission.

(c)   After the independent expert finds that the applicant is qualified and competent and the protocol meritorious, the Director shall be notified. The Director shall issue a Certificate of Registration within ten (10) days after receipt of this notification unless he/she determines that the application should be denied pursuant to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act or OAC 475.

(d)   If the independent expert finds that the protocol is not meritorious and/or the applicant is not qualified or competent, said designated authority shall notify the Director. The Director shall notify the applicant of said findings and his/her final decision, after which time the applicant may submit written request to the Director within thirty (30) days for a hearing to show cause why the application should not be denied.

[Source: Amended at 24 Ok Reg 2736, eff 8-11-07; Amended at 33 Ok Reg 1766, eff 9-11-16]