1.22.090 Trial

(a) All trials under this chapter shall be to the court without a jury.

(b) A trial under this chapter shall be conducted informally, with each party being allowed to present evidence and argument and to examine witnesses to the extent reasonably required for full disclosure of the pertinent facts.

(c) Proceedings under this chapter shall not be governed by the rules of evidence except those related to privilege under Chapter 1.39. The court shall admit all evidence having reasonable probative value but may exclude irrelevant or repetitious evidence or argument. An essential finding of fact may not be based on oral hearsay unless it would be admissible under Chapter 1.42.

(d) The judge may questions witnesses.

(e) The judge shall establish the order of proof and argument consistent with the fair and prompt resolution of the dispute.