§ 42-29. Director's action upon completed report of findings.

(a) Actions.

If the Director determines that the report of findings contains information tending to substantiate an allegation in the complaint, the Director may, as appropriate for the nature of the offense and subject to other applicable law, take 1 or more of the following actions:

(1) refer the complaint for a hearing before the Board;

(2) issue a civil citation;

(3) issue an environmental citation;

(4) provide the respondent with the opportunity to remedy the behavior at issue in the complaint; and

(5) pursue any other legal or equitable relief or enforcement available under the law.

(b) Dismissal.

(1) In general.

If the Director determines that the report of findings does not contain information that tends to substantiate an allegation in the complaint, the Director shall dismiss the complaint and, if appropriate, refer the complaint to another entity with jurisdiction over the matter.

(2) Notification.

If the Department dismisses a complaint under this subsection, the Director shall promptly notify the complainant and respondent of the dismissal.

Before revoking or suspending a license, the Department must provide notice and opportunity for a hearing before the Board, unless otherwise provided by law.