Cal. Code Regs. tit. 21 § 2613

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 49, December 6, 2024

Section 2613 - Conduct of the Hearing

The Hearing Officer shall have authority to:

(a) Administer oaths and affirmations;

(b) Examine witnesses;

(c) Rule upon offers of proof, admissibility of evidence, and matters of procedure;

(d) Order any pleading amended upon motion of a party at any time prior to the close of the hearing;

(e) Maintain discipline and decorum and exclude from the hearing any person acting in an indecorous manner;

(f) Require the filing of briefs or memorandum of law on any matter upon which the Hearing Officer is required to rule;

(g) Order prehearing conferences for the purpose of the settlement or simplification of issues by the parties;

(h) Order the proceeding reopened at any time prior to his or her recommended decision for the receipt of additional evidence;

(i) Render a final recommended decision to the Department;

(j) Take any further action as may be necessary to properly preside over the debarment proceeding and render a recommended decision therein.

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 21, § 2613

1. New section filed 9-9-2005; operative 10-9-2005 (Register 2005, No. 36).

Note: Authority cited: Section 14105, Government Code. Reference: Section 14105, Government Code; and Section 1101, Public Contract Code.

1. New section filed 9-9-2005; operative 10-9-2005 (Register 2005, No. 36).