Administrative Hearing
/ˌædmɪnɪˈstreɪtɪv ˈhɪərɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal proceeding conducted by an administrative agency to resolve disputes or make decisions regarding regulatory, licensing, or enforcement matters.
The company requested an administrative hearing to contest the regulatory penalty imposed by the agency.
Forms
- administrative hearings
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Commentary
Administrative hearings differ from court trials by being less formal and governed by agency rules rather than judicial procedures; clarity about the scope and rights in such hearings is crucial in drafting regulations.
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