Rule 18-23-5.6 - Client's RightsA Client has the following rights during a Programmatic Administrative Disqualification Action:
1. To waive participation in the Programmatic Administrative Disqualification Action;2. To review the evidence against them;3. To refuse to answer any questions during the hearing;4. To present their own case or have someone else present their case for them, such as a lawyer, friend, relative, or community worker;5. To request to reschedule their hearing if they need more time to prepare;6. To bring their own witnesses;7. To cross-examine all witnesses called by the Agency;8. To argue their case freely;9. To question any evidence or statements made against them; and,10. To bring any evidence they may have to support their case.A Client shall be informed of these rights via notice and during a Programmatic Administrative Disqualification Action.
7 C.F.R. § 273.15(p); 7 C.F.R. § 273.16(e)(2)(ii); 7 C.F.R. § 273.16(e)(3)(iii)(G); 7 C.F.R. § 273.16(f).