Section R982-111-309 - Telephone Hearings(1) Hearings are telephonic unless an in-person hearing request is granted pursuant to this section.(2)(a) Each party wishing to participate in the telephone hearing must call the division before the hearing and provide a telephone number where the party may be reached for the hearing.(b) If the applicant fails to call in advance as required by the notice of hearing, the division shall dismiss the appeal and issue an order of default in accordance with Section R982-111-316.(3)(a) If a party requires an in-person hearing, the party must contact the division and request an in-person hearing at least five business days before the hearing.(b) If the division grants the request, the division shall inform each party that the ALJ will conduct the hearing in person.(c) The division shall grant a request if an in-person hearing is necessary to: (i) accommodate a disability or similar need; or(ii) ensure an orderly and fair hearing that meets due process requirements.(d) Any party may elect to participate by telephone in an in-person hearing.(e) An ALJ shall hold an in-person hearing in the office of the division unless the ALJ determines that another location is more appropriate.(f) The department is not responsible for any travel costs incurred by attending an in-person hearing.(4) The division shall provide a toll-free telephone number for individuals to confirm and participate in a telephone hearing.Utah Admin. Code R982-111-309
Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2024-02, effective 1/2/2024