(a) Charges and specifications shall be signed by a person subject to this code under oath before a person authorized by this code to administer oaths and shall state:
(1) That the signer has personal knowledge of, or has investigated the matters set forth therein; and
(2) That they are true in fact to the best of his or her knowledge and belief.
(b) Upon the preferring of charges:
(1) The proper authority shall take immediate steps to determine what disposition should be made thereof in the interest of justice and discipline; and
(2) The person accused shall be informed of the charges against him or her as soon as practicable.