67:17:02:12.  Written notice of hearing. Unless waived by all parties, at least 10 days before the hearing the department shall send a written notice of the hearing to the parties involved in the action. In addition to the information required under SDCL 1-26-17, the notice shall contain the following information:

          (1)  A statement that the parties must be present at the hearing with their witnesses;

          (2)  A statement that the parties must have all the exhibits and documents intended to be introduced into evidence;

          (3)  A statement that the parties have the right to request the hearing examiner to issue subpoenas for witnesses or documentary evidence;

          (4)  A statement that the parties may represent themselves, may be represented by an attorney, or may be assisted by another person such as a friend or relative;

          (5)  A statement that a corporation must be represented by its attorney;

          (6)  A statement that the department is not responsible for the appellant's legal fees; and

          (7)  A statement that the department is not responsible for the expenses of any individuals appearing on behalf of the appellant.

          Source: SL 1975, ch 16, § 1; transferred from § 67:12:03:12, 2 SDR 71, effective April 29, 1976; 3 SDR 26, effective October 6, 1976; 6 SDR 66, effective January 10, 1980; 7 SDR 66, 7 SDR 89, effective July 1, 1981; 35 SDR 166, effective December 24, 2008.

          General Authority: SDCL 28-1-24.1.

          Law Implemented: SDCL 28-1-24.1.

          Cross-Reference: Default, § 67:17:02:14.