Section 120.640  Administrative Law Judge's Decision and Order

The Administrative Law Judge's decision shall be in writing and when necessary include findings of fact and conclusions of law and opinions.  The findings of fact shall be based exclusively on the evidence presented at hearing or known to all parties, including matters officially noticed.  The Administrative Law Judge shall, in addition to the decision, issue an appropriate order. The decision in the case will be the decision for and of the Director and shall become effective immediately upon the execution of the order by the Administrative Law Judge or as otherwise specified within the order or an applicable statute. A copy of the order shall be delivered or mailed to each party of record and to each attorney of record.

(Source:  Amended at 30 Ill. Reg. 10424, effective May 24, 2006)