OAR 860-034-0180: Grounds for Disconnecting Utility Service

Utility service may be disconnected by a small telecommunications utility: (1) When the applicant or customer fails to pay a deposit or make payments in accordance with the terms of a deposit payment arrangement. (2) When the applicant or customer provides false identification to establish service, continue service, or verify identity. (3) When the customer fails to pay Oregon tariff or price listed charges due for services rendered. (4) When the customer fails to abide by the terms of a time payment agreement. (5) When the customer requests the small telecommunications utility to disconnect service or close an account. (6) When facilities provided are unsafe or do not comply with state and municipal codes governing service or the rules and regulations of the small telecommunications utility. (7) When dangerous or emergency conditions exist at the service premises under OAR 860-034-0200. (8) When there is evidence of diverting service or theft of service. (9) When the Commission approves the disconnection of service.