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3.8.4.3 Bias as a Result of Contact with Parties Outside of Hearing

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Private communication with the parties on matters before a hearing officer could result in allegations of bias.  Hearing officers are not to participate in such communications (see 3.8.2.3 Contact With Parties Outside of Hearing).

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