In the discretion of the Hearing Officer, consumer representatives and other interested persons who have not formally intervened may participate in the hearing in any other manner the hearing officer deems appropriate under the circumstances.

Note: Authority cited: Section 12921, Insurance Code; and CalFarm Insurance Company, et al. v. Deukmejian, et al. (1989) 48 Cal.3d 805, 824. Reference: Section 1855.5(b), Insurance Code.

History

1. New section filed 10-5-90 as an emergency; operative 10-5-90 (Register 90, No. 45). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 2-4-90 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.

2. New section refiled 2-4-91 as an emergency; operative 2-4-91 (Register 91, No. 7). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 6-4-91 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.

3. Certificate of Compliance as to 2-4-91 order transmitted to OAL 5-17-91 and filed 6-17-91 (Register 91, No. 36).