1. (a) The hearing shall be open to the parties and to such other persons as the hearing officer may deem necessary and proper.
2. (b) Oral testimony shall be taken only on oath or affirmation.

3. (c) Each party shall have the right to:

   1. (1) Be represented by counsel.
   2. (2) Call and examine witnesses.
   3. (3) Introduce exhibits.
   4. (4) Cross-examine opposing witnesses on any matter relevant to the issues even though that matter was not covered in the direct examination.
   5. (5) Impeach any witness regardless of which party first called the witness.
   6. (6) Rebut any evidence presented.
4. (d) The hearing officer shall preside over and regulate the conduct of the hearing.

5. (e) The hearing shall be conducted in the English language.

   1. (1) Proponents of any testimony to be offered by a witness who does not speak proficient English shall provide an interpreter.
   2. (2) The interpreter must be accepted by the hearing officer as proficient in the English language and the language of the witness.
   3. (3) The party providing the interpreter shall pay the costs of the interpreter.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 14312 and 14454, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Section 14454, Welfare and Institutions Code.

History

1. Amendment of subsections (d) and (e) filed 10-11-85; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 85, No. 41).