20:10:01:22.05.  Hearing -- Opening statement. A hearing shall be opened with a concise statement of its nature and purpose.  Appearances shall be entered on the record.  Parties may make opening statements or appropriate motions. Further oral arguments may be given at the discretion of the commission.

          Source: 2 SDR 56, effective February 2, 1976; transferred from § 20:10:14:25, 12 SDR 85, effective November 24, 1985; 12 SDR 151, 12 SDR 155, effective July 1, 1986.

          General Authority:SDCL 49-34A-4.

          Law Implemented:SDCL 49-34A-4.