Section 12 AAC 12.835 - Hearing(a) For purposes of the preponderance of the evidence test required under AS 43.70.075(m), the department bears the burden of proof.(b) Unless the aggrieved person and the department agree otherwise, the department will present its case first. The aggrieved person and the department each may make an opening statement and a closing argument. A closing argument may be oral or written, and with the hearing officer's approval, may be filed or take place after the final day of testimony. Each witness shall testify under oath and with an opportunity for cross-examination. An aggrieved person who is not represented by counsel may testify in a narrative form, under oath and subject to cross-examination. Upon request by the aggrieved person or the department, and with the hearing officer's approval, a witness, the aggrieved person, or the department may testify or otherwise participate in the hearing process telephonically. Any long distance charge for telephonic testimony or participation must be incurred by the party who made the request.(c) A hearing held under this section shall be recorded and may be transcribed at the request and expense of the party requesting the transcript.(d) After the record for the hearing is closed, the hearing officer shall issue. a written proposed decision with findings of fact and conclusions of law.Eff. 6/27/2004, Register 170Authority:AS 43.70.075
AS 43.70.090