# COMAR Title 16 — Department of Juvenile Services

## Subtitle 02 — Contested-Case Hearings

### Chapter 04 — Hearing Procedures

#### Regulation .09 General Order of Proceedings.

*COMAR 16.02.04.09*

A. Start of Proceeding. At the start of the proceedings, the Secretary shall:

  (1) Briefly explain the purpose and nature of the hearing; and

  (2) State the order of presentation of evidence.

B. Preliminary Matters. The Secretary may allow the parties, before presentation of evidence, to:

  (1) Present preliminary matters; and

  (2) Make opening statements.