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Docket No. 11-1672
 
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RE:
Waiver request submitted by Robert Dawson regarding a $750 late fee assessed for filing his 2009 Tier 2.1 annual pfd 15 days late.
Facts:
On May 3, 2011, Robert Dawson received a notice of delinquency requesting he file his 2009 Tier 2.1 annual pfd. The report was filed on June 7, 2011, 15 days late.

Mr. Dawson's doctor has submitted a letter stating that for the last 14 months he has experienced acute and chronic medical and surgical problems. He has been referred to multiple specialists and his condition is improving. He has had 3 hospitalizations in the last year, invasive procedures and extensive post surgical rehabilitation. He is also 100% permanently disabled veteran.

Comments:
TIER: 2.1
TYPE OF REPORT: 2009 Annual Report

DAYS LATE: 15

ASSESSED LATE FEE: $750

OTHER LATE FILINGS: No

Law:
La. R.S. 42:1124.4 of the Code provides that upon discovery of the failure to file, failure to timely file, omission of information or inaccurate information, the Board shall notify the filer by sending him a notice of delinquency by certified mail. The notice of delinquency shall inform the person that the financial statement must be filed, or that the information must be disclosed or accurately disclosed, or that a written answer contesting the allegation of such failure, omission, or inaccuracy must be filed no later than fourteen (14) business days after receipt of the notice of delinquency.
La. R.S. 42:1124.2.1 requires financial disclosure for each member and designee of a board or commission which has the authority to expend, disburse or invest $10,000 or more of funds in a fiscal year on or before May 15th of each year during which the person holds office and the year following termination of the holding of such office.

Recommendations:
Suspend the $750 late fee.

Assigned Attorney: Tracy Barker
 
 
ATTACHMENTS:
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2011-1672- Staff Memo
2011-1672- Additional Information