§ 20.202 - Powers.  


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  • § 20.202 Powers.

    The ALJ shall have all powers necessary to the conduct of fair, fast, and impartial hearings, including the powers to -

    (a) Administer oaths and affirmations;

    (b) Issue subpoenas authorized by law;

    (c) Rule on motions;

    (d) Order discovery as provided for in this part;

    (e) Hold hearings or settlement conferences;

    (f) Regulate the course of hearings;

    (g) Call and question witnesses;

    (h) Issue decisions;

    (i) Exclude any person from a hearing or conference for disrespect, or disorderly or rebellious conduct; and

    (j) Institute policy authorized by the Chief ALJ.