R 432.1706 Motions for summary judgment and other appropriate motions.

Rule 706. (1) The hearing officer may recommend a directed finding, dismissal, or summary judgment upon appropriate motion by any party. (2) Affidavits, depositions, admissions, or other documentary evidence may be submitted by a party to support or oppose the motion. Against a motion so supported, an adverse party may not rest upon the mere allegations or denials of his or her pleading, but shall, by affidavits, depositions, admissions, or other documentary evidence, set forth specific facts showing that there is a genuine issue for a contested case hearing. (3) If requested by 1 of the parties, the hearing officer shall hear arguments on the motion for summary judgment or other appropriate motion. The hearing officer may require the parties to brief their positions in support of or against the motion for summary judgment or other appropriate motion.