D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-2525

Current through Register 71, No. 45, November 7, 2024

Rule 17-2525 - HEARINGS: POWERS OF THE BOARD

2525.1

In connection with any hearing held pursuant to this chapter, the Board shall have the following powers:

(a) To request that counsel from the Office of the Corporation Counsel represent the District in any case before the Board;

(b) To administer oaths or affirmations, either personally or through a designated agent, to witnesses called to testify;

(c) To subpoena respondents and other witnesses and relevant books, papers, and documents;

(d) To take testimony and to examine witnesses; and

(e) To direct continuance of any case without regard to the limitation in § 2521.1.

2525.2

In proceedings before the Board, if any person refuses to respond to a subpoena, refuses to take the oath or affirmation as a witness, refuses to be examined, or refuses to obey any lawful order of the Board contained in a decision rendered after a hearing, the Board may make application to the Superior Court of the District of Columbia for an order requiring obedience.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-2525

Final Rulemaking published at 51 DCR 4401 (April 30, 2004)