46 CFR § 201.157 - Reopening of a case by presiding officer prior to decision.

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title: "46 CFR § 201.157 - Reopening of a case by presiding officer prior to decision."
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# 201.157 Reopening of a case by presiding officer prior to decision.

At any time prior to the filing of his initial or recommended decision, the presiding officer, either upon petition or upon his own initiative may, for good cause shown and upon reasonable notice, reopen the case for the receipt of further evidence.