Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 53638 - Consolidation of Claims

(a) The hearing officer may consolidate claims for hearing and decision involving the same parties upon notice to all parties, if parties agree or if no substantial right of any party will be prejudiced.

(b) When claims have been consolidated:

(1) A consolidated hearing may be held.

(2) A single record of the proceedings shall be made.

(3) Evidence introduced in one claim may be considered as introduced in the others.

(4) Separate or consolidated decisions shall be made, as appropriate.

Notes

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 53638

1. Amendment of subsection (a) filed 9-3-82; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 82, No. 36).

Note: Authority cited: Sections 14312 and 14454, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Section 14454, Welfare and Institutions Code.

1. Amendment of subsection (a) filed 9-3-82; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 82, No. 36).