Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 560 - RULES OF DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Chapter 560-8 - ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO DIVISION (TOBACCO)
Subject 560-8-6 - ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS
Rule 560-8-6-.06 - Evidence; Official Notice - Administrative Hearings

(1) The rules of evidence as applied in the trial of civil non-jury cases in superior courts shall be followed as far as is practicable. When necessary to ascertain facts not reasonably ascertainable of proof under such rules, evidence not admissible hereunder may be admitted, except where precluded by statute, if it is of a type commonly relied upon by reasonably prudent men in the conduct of their affairs.

(2) Documentary evidence may be received in the form of copies or excerpts if the original is not readily available. Upon request, the parties shall be given an opportunity to compare the copy with the original or have it established as documentary evidence according to the rules of evidence applicable to superior courts of this state.

(3) A party may conduct such cross-examination as shall be required for a full and true disclosure of the facts.

(4) Official notice may be taken of judicially recognizable facts and generally recognized technical facts or records within the Department's specialized knowledge. The parties shall be notified of any material so noticed and shall be afforded the opportunity to contest such material.