N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 2 § 317.3

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 50, December 11, 2024

Section 317.3 - Conduct of hearings

(a) All hearings shall be conducted in an orderly manner. A hearing officer duly designated by the comptroller shall preside. A party may represent himself or herself, or be represented by an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of New York.

(b) All parties may present witnesses on their behalf. All witnesses shall testify under oath or by affirmation, and shall be subject to cross-examination by the other parties. The hearing officer has the discretion to question witnesses.

(c) A record of the proceedings shall be made and kept, and a copy shall be furnished to all parties and the hearing officer at the expense of the retirement system.

(d) All costs incurred in retaining counsel and presenting expert witnesses shall be the sole responsibility of the applicant or party.

(e) Motions may be made to the hearing officer at any time during the proceeding.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 2 § 317.3