(a)

1. (1) The hearing officer presides at the hearing and may:

   1. (A) Rule on motions;
   2. (B) Require briefs; and
   3. (C) Issue such orders as will ensure the orderly conduct of the proceedings.
2. (2) Provided, however, any hearing officer other than the Arkansas State Police Commission shall not enter a dispositive order or proposed decision unless expressly authorized in writing to do so.

(d) Subject to terms and conditions prescribed by the Arkansas Administrative Procedure Act, Arkansas Code § 25-15-201 et seq., parties:

1. (1) Have the right to introduce evidence on issues of material fact;
2. (2) Cross-examine witnesses as necessary for a full and true disclosure of the facts;
3. (3) Present evidence in rebuttal; and
4. (4) Upon request by the commission, may submit briefs and engage in oral argument.

(f)

1. (1) The standard of review before the commission shall be de novo.
2. (2) The Director of the Division of Arkansas State Police shall prove the basis for disciplinary action by a preponderance of the evidence.