Chapter 10. Noticing and Default Matters.

10.1 Return for Re-Noticing.

In matters where service was by means other than by personal service and a respondent fails to appear for a scheduled hearing or fails to request a hearing, the administrative law officer shall examine the file to determine if the City has filed proof of service. If proof of service has not been filed, the case may be continued on the call to afford the City an opportunity to re-notice.

10.2 Dismissal for Want of Prosecution.

If at the continued date afforded under Rule 10.1 the City has not filed proof of service, the administrative law officer shall dismiss the matter for want of prosecution. Said first dismissal for want of prosecution shall be without prejudice.

10.3 Defaults.

If a respondent or his or representative fails to appear for or request a hearing, and the administrative law officer determines that notice was afforded, the administrative law officer may find the respondent in default and proceed with the hearing and render a decision and order in the respondent’s absence.

10.4 Immediate Hearing Pilot Project

Pursuant to Section 2-14-030(3) of the Municipal Code of Chicago, effective June 7, 2006, and continuing until further notice, a pilot project is established whereby an administrative hearing may be scheduled and conducted immediately after an alleged violator has been personally served with an administrative notice of violation issued by the Chicago Police Department.

(Added 06/07/06)