34 CFR 81.6 – Hearing on the record
(a) A hearing on the record is a process for the orderly presentation of evidence and arguments by the parties.
Terms Used In 34 CFR 81.6
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- Oral argument: An opportunity for lawyers to summarize their position before the court and also to answer the judges' questions.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in this part or in a notice of designation under § 81.3(b), an ALJ conducts the hearing entirely on the basis of briefs and other written submissions unless—
(1) The ALJ determines, after reviewing all appropriate submissions, that an evidentiary hearing is needed to resolve a material factual issue in dispute; or
(2) The ALJ determines, after reviewing all appropriate submissions, that oral argument is needed to clarify the issues in the case.
(c) At a party’s request, the ALJ shall confer with the parties in person or by conference telephone call before determining whether an evidentiary hearing or an oral argument is needed.