R 257.312 Briefs, legal authority, and other writings; filing.

Rule 12. (1) A hearing officer may require or allow the filing, and place a reasonable limitation on the length, of briefs, legal authority, or other writings. (2) The proponent of an issue shall file the initial brief or other writing with the hearing officer and the opposing party, if any. (3) A hearing officer shall give the opposing party a reasonable opportunity to file a responsive brief or other writing. (4) A person shall file a brief or other writing within the time limits indicated by the hearing officer, except when the hearing officer determines that there is good cause to grant an extension.