(a)

1. (1) At the conclusion of the presentation of the evidence, the hearing officer may allow each party to the hearing to present closing arguments.
2. (2) Closing arguments by any party shall not exceed thirty (30) minutes in length.

(b)

1. (1) In lieu of closing arguments or in addition thereto, at the discretion of the hearing officer, the hearing officer may require each party to simultaneously submit a post-hearing brief summarizing the party’s arguments.
2. (2) In the event that a post-hearing brief is required, the brief shall be submitted to the hearing officer not more than seven (7) days following the adjournment of the hearing.