1. (a) A complainant may appeal the dismissal of a complaint. The appeal must:

   1. (1) be in writing;
   2. (2) be made within 90 days after receipt of the notice of the dismissal;
   3. (3) list the reason(s) for the appeal; and
   4. (4) provide information, if any, supporting the appeal.
2. (b) The complainant will be given notice of the opportunity to make a statement about the appeal.
3. (c) Only one appeal shall be allowed for each complaint.
4. (d) The Disciplinary Process Review Committee shall hear the appeal and set time limits for complainants who make a statement to the committee.

5. (e) Decisions on an appeal may be to:

   1. (1) deny the appeal and uphold the dismissal;
   2. (2) grant the appeal and continue the investigation; or
   3. (3) grant the appeal and the refer to an Informal Settlement Conference.

Source Note:The provisions of this §177.12 adopted to be effective January 9, 2025, 50 TexReg 365.