The RTI 30-day clock full mechanics — when does it start?

Default: §7(1) 30 days from DATE OF RECEIPT at the public authority

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Life/liberty: §7(1) proviso — passport for emergency — transplant queue — missing person → 48 HOURS

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When clock pauses: §7(3) — fee deficiency request — resumes on payment

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When clock DOESN'T pause: — defective application — internal routing → 30-day rule still ticks

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§6(3) transfer: 5 days for original PIO + receiving PIO's clock but MAX 35 days from filing

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Day 31 = file FAA → RTI Wiki tools: tools/first-appeal-app

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