18 CFR § 385.705 - Additional powers of presiding officer with respect to briefs (Rule 705).

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title: "18 CFR § 385.705 - Additional powers of presiding officer with respect to briefs (Rule 705)."
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title_name: "Conservation of Power and Water Resources"
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# 385.705 Additional powers of presiding officer with respect to briefs (Rule 705).

(a) *Limitations on briefs.* A presiding officer, with due regard to the nature of the proceeding, may limit the length of any brief to be filed under Rule 706.

(b) *Additional briefs and other filings.* If appropriate, the presiding officer may permit or require briefs or other filings in addition to those provided for in Rule 706.