If, upon presentation of all the evidence, the majority of the hearing panel holding the hearing, or the hearing examiner finds that the person charged in the complaint has not engaged in or is not engaging in any unfair or discriminatory practice, it shall state its finding of fact and dismiss the complaint. If, upon the preponderance of all the evidence, the majority of the hearing panel holding the hearing, or the hearing examiner finds that the respondent has engaged in or is engaging in an unfair discriminatory practice, it shall state its findings of fact and impose such civil penalties, not to exceed $1,000, and make such recommendations as it deems appropriate, consistent with the terms of this chapter. The decision of the hearing panel or hearing examiner shall be the decision of the Commission.
(1997 Code, § 6.15) (Am. Ord. C0-00-11, passed 11-20-2000)