Professional Disciplinary Board

/ˌproʊfəˈʃənəl dɪsˈsɪplɪnɛri bɔːrd/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A formal body established to investigate and adjudicate matters of professional misconduct among members of a regulated profession.
    The professional disciplinary board suspended the lawyer's license for ethical violations.

Forms

  • professional disciplinary board
  • professional disciplinary boards

Commentary

Term typically denotes a specific panel empowered to enforce ethical standards and impose sanctions within professional fields.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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