4008 MOTIONS

4008.1 Application for an order or other relief shall be made by filing a written motion; provided, that motions may be made orally at a hearing.

4008.2 Written motions shall be typed and double-spaced and shall state the reason(s) why the motion is requested.

4008.3 A copy of each written motion shall be served on each opposing party and the hearing examiner.

4008.4 Each opposing party shall have an opportunity to respond to each written motion within five (5) days after service of the motion, except motions for interlocutory appeals.

4008.5 The hearing examiner shall render a decision in writing on each motion made which shall include the reasons for the ruling.

4008.6 A party may file a motion to continue or reschedule a hearing for good cause with the hearing examiner provided the motion is served on opposing parties and the hearing examiner at least five (5) days before the hearing; however, in extraordinary circumstances, the time limit may be shortened by the hearing examiner.

SOURCE: Notice of Final Rulemaking published at 33 DCR 1336, 1366 (March 7, 1986).