049-2 Wyo. Code R. § 2-16

Current through April 27, 2019

Section 2-16 - Evidence and Testimony; Telephone Conferences

(a) The Department bears the burden of proof in cases where an existing license was suspended, revoked, or denied a renewal. The Petitioner shall bear the burden of proof in instances where an initial license was denied. The burden of proof shall be by a preponderance of the evidence.

(b) Privileged and confidential information

• (i) Any privilege at law shall be recognized by the hearing officer in considering evidence.

• (ii) No employee of the Department shall be compelled to testify or to divulge information which is confidential or privileged at law and which is contained within the records of the Department or acquired within the scope of employment except as provided in W.S. § 16-3-107.

(c) At the discretion of the hearing officer, telephone calls may be used to conduct any hearing or other proceeding. At the discretion of the hearing officer, parties or their witnesses may be allowed to participate in hearings by telephone.

049-2 Wyo. Code R. § 2-16

Adopted, Eff. 2/8/2019.