SECTION 325:70-1-14. Testimony and evidence at hearing

(a)   Every person called to a hearing before the Stewards concerning an alleged rule violation shall be allowed to present testimony, produce witnesses, cross-examine witnesses, and present documentary evidence in accordance with the rules of privilege recognized by law [3A:204 and 3A:204.3].

(b)   Each witness at a disciplinary hearing conducted by the Stewards must be sworn by the presiding steward.

(c)   The Stewards shall allow a full presentation of evidence and are not bound by the technical rules of evidence. However, the Stewards may disallow evidence that is irrelevant or unduly repetitive of other evidence. The Stewards shall have the authority to determine, in their sole discretion, the weight and credibility of any evidence and/or testimony. The Stewards may admit hearsay evidence if the Stewards determine the evidence is of a type that is commonly relied on by reasonably prudent people. The rules of privilege recognized by Oklahoma law apply in hearings before the Stewards.

[Source: Amended at 36 Ok Reg 1471, eff 9-14-19]