After hearing all evidence regarding a violation and considering all aggravating and mitigating factors presented, the presiding officer shall:
- (a) Determine the administrative penalty based on the preponderance of evidence;
- (b) Impose an appropriate penalty considering all circumstances, subject to the limitations of RSA 179:57, I, and Chapter Liq 600; and
- (c) Issue a decision within 15 business days of the final hearing, provided, however, a licensee or their appointed representative may waive the 15-day deadline for the presiding officer to issue a decision.
Source. (See Revision Note #1 and Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Liq 200) #13992, eff 5-31-24