Disciplinary Hearing
/ˌdɪsəˈplɪnəri ˈhɪərɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal proceeding conducted to examine allegations of misconduct against an individual, typically within employment or professional regulatory contexts.
The employee was summoned to a disciplinary hearing to address the accusations of workplace policy violations.
Forms
- disciplinary hearing
- disciplinary hearings
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Commentary
Disciplinary hearings aim to ensure procedural fairness before any sanctions are imposed, often governed by statutory or contractual rules.
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