Notice of Defense: Form; effect of failure to file.
1. The form for the Notice of Defense must be prepared and furnished by the Board and permit the respondent, by completing and signing the notice, to:
(a) Object to the accusation as being incomplete and failing to set forth clearly the charges; and
(b) Deny or admit, in part or in whole, the violations alleged.
2. The Notice of Defense must be signed by the respondent or his attorney under penalty of perjury. Failure to file a Notice of Defense constitutes a waiver of the respondent’s right to a hearing, but the Board may grant a hearing.
Last modified: February 27, 2006