R671-517-7. Opening Statements

  At the hearing, each party may make a brief opening statement, beginning with the State. After opening statements, the State has the burden of presenting evidence of parole violation. Upon conclusion of the State's case, the parolee may present evidence in response. If the parolee, as a defense, raises issues not adequately addressed by the State's case in chief, the hearing official may allow the State to present rebuttal evidence in response. Upon conclusion of all evidence, the hearing official may allow each party to make a brief closing argument.