§ 824.10. Hearing Officer.
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/us/cfr/t10/s§ 824.10·A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.
The Hearing Officer:
(a)Is responsible for the administrative preparations for the hearing;
(b)Convenes the hearing as soon as is reasonable;
(c)Administers oaths and affirmations;
(d)Issues subpoenas, at the request of either party or on the Hearing Officer's motion;
(e)Rules on offers of proof and receives relevant evidence;
(f)Takes depositions or has depositions taken when the ends of justice would be served;
(g)Conducts the hearing in a manner which is fair and impartial;
(h)Holds conferences for the settlement or simplification of the issues by consent of the parties;
(i)Disposes of procedural requests or similar matters;
(j)Requires production of documents; and
(k)Makes an initial decision under § 824.13.