10A ncac 63c .0402       POLICY

(a)  Every operator/licensee has the right to present a problem or appeal free from interference, restraint, coercion, discrimination, or reprisal.  This policy shall be covered fully during orientation procedures for new operators/licensees.

(b)  When presenting an appeal, an operator/licensee may be accompanied by a person or persons of his choice.

(c)  The filing of a complaint with the Division shall indicate consent by the blind operator/licensee for the release of such information as is necessary for the conduct of the administrative appeal.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 111‑27; 143B-157; 34 C.F.R. 395.4; 34 C.F.R. 395.13; 20 U.S.C. sec 107;

Eff. October 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. February 1, 1984, February 1, 1981;

Recodified Paragraph (f) to Rule .0212 Eff. May 30, 1984;

Amended Eff. August 1, 2002; May 1, 1996; August 1, 1990; February 1, 1986.