(a) The hearing officer shall have complete control over the hearing including:
- (1) the responsibility of having a record made of the hearing;
- (2) the administration of oaths and affirmations;
- (3) recognition of speakers;
- (4) prevention of repetitious presentations; and
- (5) general management of the hearing.
- (b) The hearing officer shall conduct the hearing in a manner that will provide the applicant or consumer the rights required by 34 C.F.R. 361.57(e)(2).
- (c) The hearing shall not be open to the public.
History Note: Authority G.S. 143B‑157; 150B-1(e)(5); 150B‑2; 150B‑23; 34 C.F.R. 361.57;
Eff. December 1, 1990;
Temporary Amendment Eff. August 1, 2001;
Amended Eff. August 1, 2002;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. November 23, 2015.