SECTION 55:10-15-9. Filing a complaint; forms and evidence  


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  • (a)   When filing a formal complaint, the party shall contact the Board office for the forms required to be completed. The complainant shall document the allegations with evidence available and shall submit it to the Board office. The Secretary-Treasurer of the Board shall make appropriate inquiry to verify such information and shall, base upon such information and inquiry, proceed to one of the following courses:
    (1)   Terminate the investigation when it appears no violation has occurred or there is insufficient evidence to support any violation; or
    (2)   Refer the matter to the investigative committee; or
    (3)   Appoint an individual investigator; or
    (4)   Attempt informal resolution of the matter; or
    (5)   Refer directly to Board.
    (b)   A Board member shall not discuss with any individual, any facts or circumstances concerning any investigation or formal complaint prior to holding a formal hearing, except in a Board meeting or with the Board's attorney.
[Source: Amended at 16 Ok Reg 1333, eff 5-27-99; Amended at 24 Ok Reg 815, eff 5-11-07; Amended at 29 Ok Reg 921, eff 7-1-12]