DC · rules
D.C. Super. Ct. Sm. Cl. Arb. R. 3
Hearing; Taking Evidence; Additional Fees
The arbitrator(s) must promptly set a time to hear the controversy. Arbitrators are
not bound by the law of evidence, but may receive evidence in any way determined by
the arbitrator(s) to be equitable and proper. The parties may be represented by counsel.
Arbitrators may not charge the parties for any expenses, except with the parties’ written
consent.
History
COMMENT TO 2018 AMENDMENTS This rule has been amended consistent with the stylistic changes to the civil rules.
Provenance
- Source
- dccourts.gov
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-14
- Edition
- 2026-09-14
- Content hash
32491c6bef1fdf2b92a5f539d4501aa3d0d24acfd584bbe58b0000d2a85374ad
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