21 N.C. Admin. Code 8C.0115

Current through Register Vol. 39, No. 9, November 1, 2024

Section 08C .0115 - PURPOSES OF A PRE HEARING CONFERENCE

The purposes of a pre-hearing conference in a contested case are:

(1) to determine the possibility of simplifying or eliminating the issues;

(2) to facilitate the stipulation to facts or findings by the parties;

(3) to identify evidence which will be needed at the hearing;

(4) to determine the validity of proposed evidence;

(5) to determine the need for depositions or subpoenas;

(6) to determine the relevance of findings in some other case to the case at hand;

(7) to determine the need for consolidation of cases or joint hearings; and

(8) to determine any other matters which will reduce cost or save time or otherwise aid in the expeditious disposition of the contested case.

21 N.C. Admin. Code 08C .0115

Authority G.S. 93-12; 150B-38;
Eff. May 1, 1989;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. October 28, 2014.

Authority G.S. 93-12; 150B-38;
Eff. May 1, 1989.