A majority vote of the tribunal shall be required to render a decision. V. Time Limits 3. Although it is presumed that petitions filed with the Court deserve a hearing, the majority of sitting justices may sua sponte deny certiorari and effectively dismiss complaints that are without merit. If a hearing is to be held, it must be held within seven academic days after the petition is received. Notice of Hearings must be prominently posted.
Hearings are open for the general public to observe.
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