(a) After the conclusion of the hearing, the Administrative
Law Judge (ALJ) shall prepare and serve on the parties a proposal
for decision (PFD) that includes the ALJ's findings of fact and conclusions
of law.
(b) In the PFD, the ALJ may recommend an appropriate
disciplinary sanction, either that sought by the Board or another
sanction, in accordance with Board rules if the ALJ found a violation
of statutes or rules under the Board's jurisdiction.
(c) Any party adversely affected by the PFD may file
exceptions and a supporting brief to the ALJ within 15 days after
the PFD's date of service.
(d) The other party may file a response to exceptions
within 15 days of the filing of exceptions.
(e) All parties shall also serve exceptions and response
on the opposing party.
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