(a) Before the 21st day after the date the person receives notice under § 481.303, the person in writing may:
(1) accept the determination and recommended penalty; or
(2) make a request for an informal hearing held by the department on the occurrence of the violation, the amount of the penalty, or both.
(b) At the conclusion of an informal hearing requested under Subsection (a), the department may modify the amount of the recommended penalty.

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Terms Used In Texas Health and Safety Code 481.304

  • in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011
  • Person: includes corporation, organization, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, and any other legal entity. See Texas Government Code 311.005

(c) If the person accepts the determination and recommended penalty, including any modification of the amount, or if the person fails to timely respond to the notice, the director by order shall approve the determination and impose the recommended penalty.