42-1.012. Conduct of Local Hearing

(1) The Administrative Law Judge may impose reasonable and fair conditions and limitations governing the conduct of the local hearing.

(2) All persons shall have an opportunity to present evidence and argument on all issues involved. The Administrative Law Judge shall permit parties to examine and cross-examine or question witnesses.

(3) Any person may file a written statement in support of or in opposition to the Petition for district rule. Copies of the statements shall be delivered to petitioner by hand or by certified mail on or prior to the date of filing, and all such statements shall be entered on the record. Written statements shall be filed not later than ten (10) days after the close of the local hearing. Any affected person may reply to such a statement, and copies of replies shall be delivered to the petitioner and to the person who submitted the statement, by hand or by certified mail, prior to or at the time of filing.

(4) The Secretary shall cause to be made a transcript of the local hearing and copies of the transcript shall be made available to the petitioner and the general public at cost.

Rulemaking Authority 190.005 FS. Law Implemented 190.005 FS. History–New 6-21-82, Formerly 42-1.12.