Section 811.10.8. Panel of specialists.

The board may appoint a panel of veterinarians who are specialists to ascertain the facts of a case pursuant to Iowa Code section 272C.6(2). The board chairperson or designee shall appoint the presiding officer.

       10.8(1) The executive secretary shall set the date, time, and location of the hearing and make proper notification to all parties.

       10.8(2) The panel of specialists shall:

        a.           Enter into the record the names of the presiding officer, members of the panel, the parties and their representatives.

        b.           Enter into the record the notice and evidence of service, order for hearing, statement of charges, answer, if available, and any other pleadings, motions or orders.

        c.           Receive opening statements from the parties.

        d.           Receive evidence, in accordance with Iowa Code section 17A.14, on behalf of the state of Iowa and on behalf of the credential holder.

        e.           Question the witnesses.

        f.            Receive closing statements from the parties.

        g.           Determine the findings of fact by a majority vote and make a written report of its findings to the board within a reasonable period.