Nebraska Administrative Code
Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM
Title 181 - SPECIAL HEALTH PROGRAMS
Chapter 4 - SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION PROGRAM FOR WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN (WIC PROGRAM) AND THE COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM (CSFP) FAIR HEARING PROCEDURES
Section 181-4-007 - RIGHTS OF APPLICANT OR PARTICIPANT
Current through September 17, 2024
The Department shall specifically provide the appellant or representative an opportunity to examine the documents and record appeal, prior to and during the hearing. Appellants or representatives shall also have the opportunity to be represented or assisted by a person other than the participant or applicant as follows:
(A) Be represented by legal counsel, which means any person licensed to practice law in Nebraska;
(B) Be assisted by other persons, such as a relative or friend, except that such other person may not provide legal advice, serve as an advocate or spokesperson, question witnesses or otherwise assume duties customarily performed by persons engaged in the practice of law;
(C) Bring witnesses;
(D) Advance arguments without undue interference;
(E) Question or refute any testimony or evidence, including an opportunity to confront and cross-examine adverse witnesses; and
(F) Submit evidence to establish all pertinent facts and circumstances in the case.
