Rule 52.17 - Final hearing(1) The commission may proceed with the final hearing at the time and place set, whether or not the judicial officer or employee has filed an answer or appears at the hearing.(2) The chairperson of the commission shall preside over and conduct the final hearing. The presentation of evidence shall conform to the Iowa Rules of Civil Procedure and the Iowa Rules of Evidence insofar as such rules may be applicable to cases tried in equity.(3) All evidence received shall be taken only on oath or affirmation.(4) The attorney general, on behalf of the state, shall present the case in support of the charge(s) before the commission.(5) A complete record of the evidence shall be made by a certified shorthand reporter. R. P. St. Iowa. Comm. Jud. Quali. 52.17
Court Order November 9, 2001, effective 2/15/2002.