RS 30:2351.26: Appeals and hearings

A. Any person aggrieved by an order, decision, or other sanction imposed by the secretary may file an appeal with the secretary within five days after receipt of notice of the order, decision, or sanction. A hearing shall be held promptly on each appeal filed.

B. While an appeal is pending, compliance with a decision, order, or sanction shall not be required unless the secretary has determined and certified in writing that the violation was intentional or that there exists a hazardous condition that requires immediate compliance with the secretary's order so as to eliminate a public health hazard.