N.H. Admin. Code § Arb 204.01

Current through Register No. 50, December 12, 2024

Section Arb 204.01 - Conduct of Hearing

(a) The board shall conduct a hearing on all issues for decision.

(b) Each party shall have the opportunity to:

(1) Examine all documents and records used at the hearing;

(2) Have witnesses and cross examine adverse witnesses;

(3) Express all relevant facts through oral, written and demonstrative evidence; and

(4) Present and refute any testimony and evidence.

(c) All oral testimony shall be presented under oath or affirmation.

(d) At the opening of a hearing, the presiding chair of the board shall:

(1) Determine the identities of the parties, their representatives and witnesses;

(2) Obtain the correct spelling and pronunciation of the names and addresses of the parties, their representatives and witnesses;

(3) Identify the board members and their official title; and

(4) Summarize the:

a.Purpose of the hearing;

b.Issues involved;

c.Procedural rights of the parties; and

d.Possible consequences of the determination of the issues.

(e) The board shall inspect and test drive the motor vehicle subject to arbitration, as it deems appropriate.

N.H. Admin. Code § Arb 204.01

#6994, eff 5-7-99; ss by #8882, INTERIM, eff 5-5-07, EXPIRES: 11-1-07; ss by 8996, eff 9-28-07