Rhode Island General Laws Title 46. Waters and Navigation § 46-25-28. Conduct of hearings

At all hearings held under the provisions of this chapter, the commission and the members thereof, shall have the right to administer oaths. All persons testifying at the hearings shall do so under oath and under penalty of perjury. The commission shall have the right to issue subpoenas to compel the appearance of witnesses and/or the production of any books, records, or other documents. Any person may be represented by counsel at the hearing. The commission may adjourn the hearings from time to time, whenever the adjournment shall, in its opinion, be necessary or desirable. The testimony adduced at the hearing shall be transcribed by a stenographer.