Examples of Chief Hearing Officer in a sentence
The Chief Hearing Officer has the discretion to exclude from the hearing evidence/witnesses/questions deemed irrelevant.
The Chief Hearing Officer will decide whether evidence and witnesses are relevant or irrelevant, with the understanding that the introduction of relevant evidence and witnesses will always be permitted, and shall be responsible for maintaining an orderly, fair, and respectful hearing.
The Chief Hearing Officer will have broad authority to respond to disruptive or harassing behaviors, including adjourning the hearing or excluding the offending individual, including a party, witness, or advisor.
The Chief Hearing Officer has the sole discretion to determine what questions are relevant.
In the event both Panelists are disqualified, the Chief Hearing Officer shall promptly appoint two persons as replacement Panelists.
As appropriate and/or at the discretion of the Chief Hearing Officer, hearings may be conducted in person or by video conference or any other means of communications by which all individuals participating are able to see and hear each other.
Any sanctions and remedies will be forwarded to the Chief Hearing Officer and will be included in the written determination.
In the event a Panelist is disqualified, the Chief Hearing Officer may, in the exercise of discretion, appoint a replacement Panelist.
In the event that a Hearing Officer withdraws, is incapacitated, or otherwise is unable to continue service after being appointed, the Chief Hearing Officer shall appoint a replacement Hearing Officer.
Presentation of the Case A typical hearing may include brief opening remarks by the Chief Hearing Officer; questions posed by the Hearings Officer or Hearing Panel to one or both of the parties; questions posed by the Hearings Officer or Hearing Panel to any relevant witnesses; and the opportunity for the parties Advisors to cross-examine the other party and relevant witnesses.