Section R. 205.3604 - Opening statement; presentation of evidence; regulation of order of presentationRule 604.
(1) The presiding officer may allow the parties to make opening statements or appropriate motions.(2) Unless otherwise directed by the presiding officer, the petitioner or other party having the burden of proof shall first present the evidence in support of that party's case.(3) An intervenor shall follow the party on whose behalf the intervention is made, except where the intervention is not in support of any party.(4) Except as otherwise provided by law, the presiding officer may regulate the order of the hearing to promote the fair and efficient determination of the issues presented.Mich. Admin. Code R. 205.3604