What Are My Rights at a Due Process Hearing?
by
Joseph C. Maya on Jul. 18, 2024
Summary: If you have any questions about special education or education law in general, contact one of our attorneys at (203) 221-3100.
Any party involved in a due process hearing has the right to:
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represent themselves;
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bring an attorney or other individual who has knowledge about the student’s disabilities;
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be represented by an attorney;
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bring forth evidence, ask questions, cross-examine, and require witness attendance;
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object to any evidence being presented that has not been provided to the party at least five business days prior to the hearing;
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obtain a record of the hearing (written or electronic); and
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obtain a written or electronic copy of the findings and decisions.
Parents at a due process hearing have the right to:
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bring their child to the hearing;
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open the hearing up to the public;
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obtain a free record of the hearing; and
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represent themselves at the hearing.
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