78. An application for review cannot be refused on the ground that it was received after the time prescribed, where the applicant proves that he was unable to act earlier.
If an application is refused on the ground that it was received after the period prescribed, the decision may be contested before the Administrative Tribunal of Québec within 15 days from the date on which the person was notified of the decision. If the Tribunal quashes the decision, the file shall be returned to the person or committee who or which rendered it.
1988, c. 51, s. 78; 1997, c. 43, s. 695.