Agency:
Scheme Nickname:
Civil Penalty Proceedings in Regional Offices
This scheme provides for the a hearing before a Regional Judicial Officer with an appeal available to the Environmental Appeals Board for certain civil penalty cases.
Adjudication Levels:
| Level | Name of Office | Are administrative appeals permitted from final decisions at this stage? |
|---|---|---|
Hearing Level | Yes (Some Types of Cases) | |
Appeal Level 1 | No |
Comments/Notes on Adjudication Structure:
The Administrator also has the option of exercising the authority of a Hearing Officer the hearing level, negating the necessity for an appeal to the agency head as required under the APA. See 40 CFR 108.7.
Verified by Agency:
Not verified
Is this a Major Adjudication:
No
