( b) exhibits offered by the parties following the pre-hearing conference( without the need for authentication); and
( c) stipulations agreed to by the parties. 8. C. HEARING PROCEDURES 8. C. 1. Time Allotted for Hearing:
The presiding officer will determine the length of the hearing at the pre-hearing conference. As a general rule, it is expected that the hearing will last no more than fifteen( 15) hours, with each side being afforded approximately seven and a half hours( 7 ½) to present its case, in terms of both direct and cross-examination of witnesses. Both parties are required to prepare their case so that a hearing will be concluded after a maximum of fifteen( 15) hours. The presiding officer may, after considering any objections, grant limited extensions upon a demonstration of good cause and to the extent compelled by fundamental fairness.
8. C. 2. Rights of Both Sides and the Hearing Panel at the Hearing:
( a) At a hearing, both sides will have the following rights, subject to reasonable limits determined by the presiding officer:
( 1) to call and examine witnesses, to the extent they are available and willing to testify;
( 2) to introduce exhibits;( 3) to cross-examine any witness;
( 4) to have representation by counsel who may call, examine, and cross-examine witnesses and present the case;
( 5) to submit a written statement at the close of the hearing; and
( 6) to submit proposed findings, conclusions and recommendations to the hearing panel.
( b) If the individual who requested the hearing does not testify, they may be called and questioned.
( c) The hearing panel may question witnesses, request the presence of additional witnesses, or request documentary evidence.
8. C. 3. Record of Hearing:
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