OAR 837-045-0095: Informal Conference

(1) The Department of the State Fire Marshal may provide an opportunity for an informal conference. (2) A request for an informal conference may be made verbally or in writing; and shall: (a) Be made or addressed to the Department of the State Fire Marshal; and (b) Clearly state the issue(s) to be discussed. (3) If the Department of the State Fire Marshal and the party(ies) agree, an informal conference may be held by telephone. (4) After an informal conference, the Department of the State Fire Marshal may amend, withdraw, or reduce a civil penalty. Such action shall be taken in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act (APA), ORS 183.025 to 183.725, and the rules adopted thereto.