Section 1.236 Order of Hearing
a) The Administrative Law Judge shall open the hearing by explaining
the procedure to be followed in the hearing. Upon motion of either
party or at the discretion of the Administrative Law Judge any or all
witnesses may be sequestered.
b) Preliminary matters such as objection to charges, disputes involving
discovery, stipulation of facts and documents, and scheduling of witnesses
may be resolved.
c) Each party shall be given the opportunity to make a brief opening
statement identifying the issues and indicating what is to be proven.
d) All witnesses shall testify under oath or affirmation.
e) Each party may conduct such cross-examination as shall be required
for a full and true disclosure of the facts. The Administrative Law
Judge may also examine witnesses.
f) Before closing the hearing the Administrative Law Judge may
allow both parties the opportunity to make brief oral or written closing
statements.
(Source: Added at 19 Ill. Reg. 12451, effective August 21, 1995)
