Iowa Admin. Code r. 591-17.14

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 5, September 4, 2024

Rule 591-17.14 - Discovery

(1) Discovery procedures applicable in civil actions are applicable in contested cases. Unless lengthened or shortened by these rules or by order of the presiding officer, time periods for compliance with discovery shall be as provided in the Iowa Rules of Civil Procedure.

(2) Any motion relating to discovery shall allege that the moving party has previously made a good faith attempt to resolve the discovery issues involved with the opposing party. Motions in regard to discovery shall be ruled upon by the presiding officer. Opposing parties shall be afforded the opportunity to respond within ten days of the filing of the motion unless the time is shortened as provided in 17.14(1). The presiding officer may rule on the basis of the written motion and any response or may order argument on the motion.