Cal. Civ. Code § DWD 220.13
Dismissal of complaint for lack of jurisdiction or other procedural basis following certification to hearing.
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DWD 220.13 Dismissal of complaint for lack of jurisdiction or other procedural basis following certification to hearing. A complaint may be dismissed for the reasons set forth in s. DWD 220.05 (1) after the case is certified to hearing under either s. DWD 220.09 (3) or 220.12 (2). In determining whether to dismiss the complaint, the administrative law judge may consider documents and affidavits presented by any party and may hold a hearing to allow the parties to establish facts which may have a bearing on whether the complaint should be dismissed. If the administrative law judge issues an order dismissing the complaint under this section, a certified copy of the order and a notice of appeal rights shall be sent by first class mail to the last known address of each party and to their attorneys of record.
Wisconsin Administrative Code § DWD 220.13 establishes a procedure by which a formal complaint, even after it has been certified to a hearing, can still be dismissed on jurisdictional or procedural grounds that were originally outlined in § DWD 220.05(1). An administrative law judge handling the matter may review written documents and sworn affidavits, and may convene a hearing, to gather facts relevant to whether dismissal is appropriate. If the judge orders dismissal, a certified copy of that order along with a notice of appeal rights must be mailed to all parties and their attorneys at their last known addresses.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § DWD 220.13, operators involved in a Wisconsin administrative complaint proceeding should be aware that a case certified to hearing can still be terminated on procedural or jurisdictional grounds before a full merits hearing concludes. Compliant operators generally ensure that their contact information and attorney of record details are current with the tribunal, since dismissal orders and appeal notices are sent by first-class mail to last known addresses. Keeping accurate records of any documents or affidavits submitted during the § DWD 220.13 review process helps demonstrate participation in the proceeding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
§ DWD 220.13 means that even after a complaint has advanced to the hearing stage, it remains subject to dismissal on jurisdictional or procedural grounds, which can affect a tenant's ability to pursue relief through that administrative channel. Tenants whose complaints are dismissed under this section have the right to receive a certified copy of the dismissal order and a formal notice of their appeal rights, mailed to their last known address. Those who receive such a dismissal order may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand the available appeal options and any applicable deadlines.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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