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How to get a state hearingThere are several ways you can ask for a fair hearing:
Be sure to list every program you are having problems with, and the questions and issues you want to talk about at the hearing. Ask on time!You only get to have a hearing if you ask on time. The notice will say how much time you have. For state fair hearings, there are limited “good cause” reasons to file late. Ask for your hearing, and seek legal advice about your late filing. (Time to ask for hearings about General Assistance (GA) and about Child Care issues may be much shorter, so don’t delay!) Contact the County Appeals OfficerThe Appeals officer can:
Keep in mind that the Appeals Officer works for the county, not you. Review your fileLook in your case file for the paperwork on your specific problem. The Appeals Officer can show you how the file is organized. Ask for print-outs of what you want copied. Is there a document missing? This may help you, if your argument is that you didn’t get a notice or written instructions. Settlement Issues
PostponementsYou can get a postponement of your hearing if:
To postpone your hearing, call toll-free at (800) 743-8525. They will need your “Hearing Number” listed on the letters from the state. Prepare your statement
Hearing Tips
Emergency hearingsIf you need a hearing held faster because of an emergency, you can ask for an “expedited hearing.”
“Good cause” for filing your appeal lateFor state hearings, you may be allowed to have a hearing, even though you asked What will happen at your hearing?A state administrative law judge holds the hearing. At the hearing …
What If I lose?If you lose a state fair hearing, you have one year from the date of the decision to file an appeal in Superior Court. Administrative ComplaintsIf your problem involves civil rights or work conditions you can also file an administrative complaint. This starts an investigation. Call toll-free:
How do I file a state hearing in California?How to Request a State Hearing. Calling the California Department Social Services State Hearings Division at 1-800-952-5253.. Writing to the Appeals and Hearings Section, P.O. Box 18890, Los Angeles, CA 90018.. Filing an online request at www.cdss.ca.gov.. What is Cdss state hearing division?The mission of the State Hearings Division is to resolve disputes of applicants and recipients of public social services in an impartial, independent, fair, and timely manner, ensuring that due process is met in accordance with federal and state law.
What does CA Department of Social Services do?The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is a state-supervised, county-administered system that provides oversight of programs that affect nearly 3 million of California's most vulnerable residents—foster children and youth, children and families receiving aid through the California Work Opportunities and ...
What is ACMS DSS CA gov?Hello, the Appeals Case Management System (ACMS) is live! You can access the system here: https://acms.dss.ca.gov. Below you can find all the resources you need to assist you with using this new system.
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