A party appearing at a hearing before a hearing officer shall have his or her evidence prepared and witnesses present and be ready to proceed. The hearing officer, if he or she deems it necessary for a party's preparation or hearing may, on reasonable notice, require either or both parties to submit a written statement of their contentions and the reasons therefor. A copy of such written statement shall be provided to all parties.
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 9, § 1571
Note: Authority cited: Sections 5400 and 5750, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Sections 5700.1 and 5712, Welfare and Institutions Code.