§ 46-2-59. Permissible Parties in Proceedings Before Commission; Intervention in Proceedings Generally; Limited Appearances; Procedure for Granting Leave to Intervene
In all proceedings before the commission, the parties to such proceeding shall consist of the affected applicant, any person who is permitted to intervene as provided in this Code section, and the Utility Finance Section established pursuant to Article 2A of this chapter. Any person on whom a statute confers an unconditional right to intervene […]
§ 46-2-50. Conducting of Hearings and Investigations Generally
The commission shall conduct hearings and investigations in different parts of the state when, in the opinion of the commission, such hearings and investigations will best serve the interest and convenience of the public. History. Ga. L. 1922, p. 143, § 3; Code 1933, § 93-502.
§ 46-2-51. Prescription by Commission of Rules of Procedure and Rules of Evidence; Promulgation of Rules and Regulations as to Rehearing, Reconsideration, and Oral Argument of Orders
The commission shall prescribe the rules of procedure and the rules for the taking of evidence in all matters that may come before it. In the investigation, preparation, and hearing of cases, the commission shall not be bound by the strict technical rules of pleading and evidence but may exercise such discretion as will facilitate […]
§ 46-2-52. Keeping of Records of Proceedings on Formal Investigations; Transcribing of Testimony
A full and complete record as provided in paragraph (8) of subsection (a) of Code Section 50-13-13 shall be kept of all proceedings conducted before the commission on any formal investigation; and all testimony shall be transcribed by the official reporter appointed by the commission. History. Ga. L. 1922, p. 143, § 4; Code 1933, […]
§ 46-2-54. Power to Issue Subpoenas; Payments to Witnesses; Failure or Refusal to Obey Subpoenas
In making any examination for the purpose of obtaining information pursuant to this title, the commission shall have the power to issue subpoenas for the attendance of witnesses by such rules as it may prescribe. Witnesses shall receive for such attendance the same fees and mileage as prescribed by law in civil cases in the […]
§ 46-2-55. Compelling Witnesses to Testify Before Commission as to the Giving or Granting of Rebates or as to Discriminations in Rates and Charges by Common Carriers
In investigating complaints of violations by common carriers of the laws prohibiting the giving or granting of rebates and prohibiting unjust discrimination in rates and charges, the commission may exercise the power and authority to compel the shipper or consignee, or any officer, agent, or employee of a common carrier to give evidence relating to […]
§ 46-2-56. Compelling Witnesses to Testify Against Common Carriers or Any Other Person in Court
If a witness is exempted from indictment or prosecution as provided in Code Section 46-2-55, he may also be compelled to give evidence in any action or prosecution instituted in any of the courts of this state against any common carrier or against any other person on account of the transactions about which he is […]
§ 46-2-57. Obtaining of Discovery by Employees and Agents of Commission; Petitions by Commission for Necessary Orders, Injunctions, and Subpoenas; Extension of Suspension Period by Superior Court of Fulton County; Time of Hearing of Applications and Petitions From Commission
In any case pending before it, the commission, in addition to its now existing authority to do so, is authorized to issue an order permitting its employees and agents to take depositions and otherwise obtain discovery of any matter, not privileged, which is relevant to the subject matter involved in the investigation, proceeding, or petition […]
§ 46-2-58. Conducting of Hearings by Hearing Officers
The commission shall employ one or more hearing officers to perform the duties set forth in this Code section. Hearing officers shall be persons qualified by knowledge and experience to conduct hearings on utility and transportation matters. In addition, the commission may employ part-time hearing officers, if necessary, to handle the caseload. In all utility […]