Iowa Administrative Code
Agency 141 - Ombudsman
Chapter 2 - Procedures
Rule 141-2.7 - Decision Not to Investigate

Universal Citation: IA Admin Code 141-2.7

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 13, December 25, 2024

(1) Notice of decision. If, after preliminary review and consideration of a complaint, the ombudsman decides not to investigate the complaint, the complainant shall be informed of the decision and the reasons for the decision. The ombudsman may also inform the agency involved of the decision, if such notice is deemed appropriate.

(2) Referral of nonjurisdictional complaint. If the ombudsman does not have jurisdictional authority to investigate a complaint, the complainant may be referred to an agency or other appropriate entity or person for assistance.

(3) Effect of declining investigation. A decision to decline investigation of a complaint under subrule 2.6(3) does not preclude the ombudsman from inquiring into the complaint or a related subject matter in the future.

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