Sec. 174.157. EVIDENCE; OATH; SUBPOENA. (a) The rules of evidence applicable to judicial proceedings are not binding in an arbitration hearing.
(b) An arbitration board may:
(1) receive in evidence any documentary evidence or other information the board considers relevant;
(2) administer oaths; and
(3) issue subpoenas to require:
(A) the attendance and testimony of witnesses; and
(B) the production of books, records, and other evidence relevant to an issue presented to the board for determination.
Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 269, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1993.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 5 - Matters Affecting Public Officers and Employees
Chapter 174 - Fire and Police Employee Relations
Subchapter E. Mediation; Arbitration
Section 174.153. Request for Arbitration; Agreement to Arbitrate
Section 174.154. Arbitration Board
Section 174.155. Arbitration Hearing
Section 174.156. Scope of Arbitration
Section 174.157. Evidence; Oath; Subpoena
Section 174.158. Arbitration Award
Section 174.159. Effect of Award
Section 174.160. Amendment of Award
Section 174.161. Beginning of New Fiscal Year
Section 174.162. Extension of Period
Section 174.163. Compulsory Arbitration Not Required
Section 174.164. Compensation of Arbitrators; Expenses of Arbitration