Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 120 - OFFICE OF COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE, SAFETY FIRE COMMISSIONER AND INDUSTRIAL LOAN COMMISSIONER
Chapter 120-2 - RULES OF COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE
Subject 120-2-2 - PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
Rule 120-2-2-.50 - Final Decision

1. Upon conclusion of the hearing, the Adjudicator will write a reasoned opinion explaining his findings of facts and conclusions of law and furnish each party a copy within fifteen (15) days after concluding the hearing.

2. The Adjudicator, will certify the entire record of the case and send it, along with his opinion to the Commissioner for review.

3. The Commissioner will render his final decision within thirty (30) days. The Commissioner's final decision should be expressed in clear and intelligible language so that all parties will understand the outcome of the case and the actions required to be taken if any.

4. If no petition for review is filed, and the Commissioner has not taken review of the Adjudicator's decision on its own authority, the decision becomes the final decision of the Commissioner 30 days after issuance.

5. When a case stands submitted for final decision on the merits, the Department will dispose of the issues presented by entering an appropriate order, which will include findings and conclusions and the reasons or bases therefor.

6. In appropriate cases, the Commissioner may simply adopt the Adjudicator's decision.