Rule 27-304. Oral argument.

A. Oral argument. Upon the filing of the response in the proceedings, the Supreme Court may schedule oral arguments or may consider the record of proceedings and the recommendations of the commission without further argument of the parties. B. Time for argument. If the Court orders the presentation of oral argument, the time for oral argument shall not exceed thirty (30) minutes on each side unless the time is extended or restricted by the Court. C. Nonappearance of parties. If the respondent judge fails to appear to present argument, the Court may, in its discretion, hear argument on behalf of the commission.