Sec.46a-54-87a. Motions, objections and waiver

(a) Except as otherwise permitted by the presiding officer, all motions other than those made orally on the record shall be in writing, stating briefly the order or relief applied for and the grounds for such motion. Where time is essential, motions may be made by telephone conference call, provided that all parties have an opportunity to participate and further provided that the motion is reduced to writing as set forth in this subsection. Motions shall be filed in accordance with section 46a-54-85a(b) of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.

(b) Objections or other responses to motions shall be in writing, stating briefly the basis of the objection or response, and shall be filed not later than fourteen (14) days after the filing of the motion, unless the presiding officer orders otherwise. Responses to motions shall be filed in accordance with section 46a-54-85a(b) of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.

(c) The presiding officer may decide all motions without oral argument. If the presiding officer, on his or her own or upon motion by a party, orders oral argument, the presiding officer shall notify the parties of the time and place for such argument. Parties not present shall be deemed to waive their right to participate at oral argument.

(d) Motions made during a hearing, and objections, including but not limited to objections to such motions, to the conduct of a hearing, and to the introduction of evidence, may be made orally or in writing. Any objection not duly and timely made before the presiding officer may be deemed waived.

(Adopted effective November 4, 2002)