Section 646IAC5-10-4. Administrative law judges

   (a) All administrative law judges shall be:

(1) admitted to the practice of law in the state of Indiana; and

(2) a member in good standing of the Indiana Bar.

  (b) Administrative law judges shall observe standards of conduct consistent with their position. These standards include, but are not limited to, the following:

(1) Upholding the integrity of the department.

(2) Complying with statutory confidentiality provisions.

(3) Avoiding impropriety or the appearance of impropriety in all activities.

(4) Performing the duties of the office diligently and impartially.

  (c) Administrative law judges shall abide by and follow IC 22-4-17-15 to ensure the appearance of impartiality. Challenges to the impartiality of an administrative law judge shall be heard and decided by the review board. (Department of Workforce Development; 646 IAC 5-10-4; filed Apr 26, 2011, 11:23 a.m.: 20110525-IR-646100464FRA)