§ 1521. Notice of Violation and Review.

If the Director determines that a purchaser has violated any provision of these regulations, a Notice of Violation shall be sent be certified mail to purchaser with the further statement that purchaser shall be prohibited from purchasing state timber for a period of 5 years from the date of violation and said notice will designate the period of suspension of the timber operator permit, if any, not exceeding a period of 6 months from the date of notice. Within 30 days of said notice, purchaser may make written appeal to the Director for review. The Director, upon his or her option, may act on the appeal either by open hearing or submission of written documents and proof. A decision if the Director is final.