4-1-27: HEARINGS:
Unless otherwise provided in section 4-1-26 of this chapter, the following hearing provisions apply: (2016 Code)
   A.    Notice Requirements: Whenever this chapter requires a hearing before the local liquor control commissioner or said commissioner takes any action affecting a license or licensee, a hearing shall be held, and the licensee shall be afforded reasonable notice of such hearing. Such notice shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, or personal delivery to the address of the licensee contained on the application for the liquor license and shall state:
      1.    The time, place, and nature of the hearing.
      2.    A statement of the legal authority and jurisdiction under which the hearing is to be held.
      3.    A reference to the particular section(s) of this chapter or statute(s) involved.
      4.    A statement informing the licensee of his ability to respond by presenting evidence and argument.
   B.    Conduct Of Hearings: A hearing required under this chapter shall be held in accordance with the following rules:
      1.    A hearing shall be held at a reasonable time, date and place.
      2.    No cause shall be heard earlier than three (3) days after receipt by a licensee of the notice required under this section.
      3.    A licensee may present evidence and argument.
      4.    The local liquor control commissioner may limit, but not prohibit, the presentation of evidence and argument.
      5.    Where a licensee has received the requisite notice under this section and fails to appear at a hearing, the local liquor control commissioner may act ex parte. The local liquor control commissioner may also have an informal hearing where the liquor license will not be affirmatively acted on at such hearing.
   C.    Decisions: Any decision, order or determination rendered by the local liquor control commissioner which affects the rights, duties, or privileges of a licensee shall be in writing, and the licensee shall be notified personally or by certified mail of the decision. Any such decision, order or determination may include assessment of all costs, fees and expenses as determined by the local liquor control commissioner. (2013 Code § 3-1-19)
   D.    Continuances For Hearings:
      1.    A request for a continuance of any hearing in any matter before the local liquor control commissioner will not be allowed by the commissioner unless for good and valid reason in writing and unless made at least two (2) days prior to the date set for hearing.
      2.    The local liquor control commissioner may, in his discretion, grant a continuance if extenuating and unusual circumstances are presented in support of the request for continuance.
      3.    Any continuance requested by the licensee shall be contingent upon payment by the licensee of all costs, fees, and expenses as determined by the local liquor control commissioner. (2013 Code § 3-1-22)