Iowa Admin. Code r. 653-25.12

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 11, December 11, 2024

Rule 653-25.12 - Discovery

(1) Discovery procedures applicable in civil actions are applicable in contested cases. Unless lengthened or shortened by these rules or by order of the presiding officer, or by agreement of the parties, time periods for compliance with discovery shall be as provided in the Iowa Rules of Civil Procedure.

(2) Any motion relating to discovery shall allege that the moving party has previously made a good-faith attempt to resolve the discovery issues involved with the opposing party. Motions in regard to discovery shall be ruled upon by the presiding officer. Opposing parties shall be afforded the opportunity to respond within ten days of the filing of the motion unless the time is shortened as provided in subrule 25.12(1). The presiding officer may rule on the basis of the written motion and any response, or may order argument on the motion.