Scope and construction of provisions; deviations from provisions.

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, the provisions of NAC 353C.600 to 353C.725 , inclusive: (a) Govern the practice and procedure in a hearing; and (b) Will be liberally construed to secure the just, speedy and economical determination of all issues presented in a hearing. 2. The State Controller may permit deviation from the provisions of NAC 353C.600 to 353C.725 , inclusive, in specific cases if: (a) Good cause appears for the deviation; (b) The deviation is not contrary to a specific statute; and (c) The deviation is stipulated to by all parties of record.