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title: "§ 20.2 Rule 2. Procedure in absence of specific Rule of Practice."
document: "38 CFR"
section: "§ 20.2"
canonical: "https://veteranai.co/va-regulations/38-cfr/20.2-procedure-in-absence-of-specific-rule-of-practice"
source: "https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/section-20.2"
updated: "2026-09-06T14:36:11.264431Z"
---

# § 20.2. Rule 2. Procedure in absence of specific Rule of Practice.

Where in any instance there is no applicable rule or procedure, the Chairman may prescribe a procedure which is consistent with the provisions of title 38, United States Code, and these rules.