Cal. Code Regs. tit. 22, § 51041 – Representation at a Formal Hearing.

(a) A hearing officer or hearing auditor may refuse to allow any person to represent a party in any hearing when the person:
1. (1) Engages in unethical, disruptive or contemptuous conduct.
2. (2) Intentionally fails to comply with the proper instructions or orders of the hearing officer or hearing auditor or the provisions of this article.
(b) This section shall not be construed to limit the right of a party or its representative to make evidentiary and procedural objections and state the reasons therefor.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 14105, 14124.5 and 14171, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Section 14171, Welfare and Institutions Code.

1. Amendment of subsection (a) filed 7-15-85; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 85, No. 29).