Rule 39 Expedited Hearings

In any matter that may be heard on appeal de novo in the civil division at any subsequent time, the court in the probate division may receive exhibits and make a determination on the merits based on the unsworn representations of the parties on the record, provided that:

(a) the parties’ factual representations are not in conflict with one another;

(b) no party objects to proceeding without sworn testimony; and

(c) all parties to the proceeding have been given proper notice and have appeared or have waived appearance by default or otherwise.