Iowa Administrative Code
Agency 481 - Inspections and Appeals Department
Chapter 10 - Rules of Procedure and Practice Before the Administrative Hearings Division
Rule 481-10.22 - Default

(1) If a party fails to appear in a contested case proceeding after proper service of notice, the ALJ may, if no adjournment is granted, proceed with the hearing and make a decision in the absence of the party.

(2) Where appropriate and not contrary to law, any party may move for default against a party who has requested an evidentiary hearing to contest adverse agency action which has already occurred, but has failed to file a required pleading or has failed to appear after proper service.

(3) Where authorized by law, an ALJ may issue a default order.