1. A. As a general rule, the board shall only consider post-hearing briefs, and proposed findings of fact and conclusions of law, the board’s decision, and exceptions to the decision. Where circumstances warrant, the board may review all or a portion of the record.
2. B. The board shall not consider any additional evidence or affidavits not in the record or pleadings not filed in accordance with the chairperson’s scheduling order.
3. C. The board may consider the record in executive session.
4. D. If the board determines that the credibility of a witness is at issue, it shall review at least as much of the record as is necessary to support its decision.

[10.12.12.22 NMAC - N, 7/1/2015]