N.M. Admin. Code § 8.50.130.18

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 21, November 5, 2024

Section 8.50.130.18 - APPELLANT'S RIGHTS

The appellant is given adequate opportunity to review and present evidence that is within the scope of the hearing.

A. The appellant may examine all documents to be used at the hearing prior to the date of the hearing, as well as during the hearing. If requested, the Title IV-D staff will provide copies of the portions of the case file that are relevant to the hearing. Confidential information that is protected from release and other documents or records that the appellant will not otherwise have an opportunity to challenge will not be introduced at the hearing or affect the administrative law judge's decision.

B. The appellant may present his or her case or have it presented by a representative.

C. The appellant may bring witnesses to present information that he or she believes is relevant to the case.

D. The appellant may advance relevant arguments without undue interference.

E. The appellant may confront and cross-examine adverse witnesses.

F. The appellant may submit relevant evidence to support pertinent facts and defenses in the case.

N.M. Admin. Code § 8.50.130.18

8.50.130.18 NMAC - Rp, 8.50.130.14 NMAC, 12/30/10, Amended by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXII, Issue 23, December 14, 2021, eff. 1/1/2022