Iowa Code Title III. Public Services and Regulation [Chs. 80-122C] § 101.25. Violations--orders

1. If substantial evidence exists that a person has violated or is violating a provision of this subchapter or a rule adopted under this subchapter the director may issue an order directing the person to desist in the practice which constitutes the violation, and to take corrective action as necessary to ensure that the violation will cease, and may impose appropriate administrative penalties pursuant to section 101.26. The person to whom the order is issued may appeal the order as provided in chapter 17A. On appeal, the administrative law judge may affirm, modify, or vacate the order of the director.

2. However, if it is determined by the director that an emergency exists respecting any matter affecting or likely to affect the public health, the director may issue any order necessary to terminate the emergency without notice and without hearing. The order is binding and effective immediately and until the order is modified or vacated at an administrative hearing or by a district court.

3. The director may request the attorney general to institute legal proceedings pursuant to section 101.26.