Authority of the Hearing Officer

Authority of the Hearing Officer. The Hearing Officer shall have delegated powers including, but not limited to, the following: A. To issue orders; B. To administer oaths; C. To call, hear, and examine witnesses; D. To take steps necessary to conduct an orderly hearing; E. To rule on requests and motions; F. To dismiss cases for failure to meet deadlines and other requirements; G. To vacate or stay a case for further action; H. To waive or modify procedures with advance notice to parties; I. To compile the record of the proceedings; J. To render a decision; and, K. To take any other actions necessary for the administration of the hearing. The Hearing Officer shall not be required to follow the Mississippi Rules of Evidence.