LAC 46:XXVII.119. Hearing Procedure

A. The hearings called according to these rules and regulations shall be conducted by the board in accordance with the rules and procedures set forth in R.S. 49:955 et seq. 1. The chairman of the board or the vice chairman in the absence of the chairman shall announce the title and docket number of the proceedings before the board and shall introduce into the record evidence of the notice of hearing. Attorneys and/or other representatives of the appellant shall be recognized along with the representatives of the board and other proper parties. 2. The appellant shall then present his evidence subject to cross-examination by the board and other proper parties in those cases where the applicant requested the hearing to be held. 3. The board shall then present its evidence subject to cross-examination by the applicant and other proper parties. 4. Where the board has called the hearing on its own motion, the order of presentation of evidence shall be reversed. 5. The board may make an informal disposition of the case by stipulation, agreed settlement, consent, order, or default. 6. The board shall render its final decision and order in accordance with §121 of these rules and regulations.