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Certain professions require professional license or occupational license. Practitioners are governed by a board, commission, or other organizational panel that promulgates rules and regulations for the profession, its applicants, and its licensees. A Character and Fitness Hearing is a formal evaluation or assessment during the application process. The purpose of this hearing is to determine an individual’s moral character, ethical standards, and fitness to enter or continue in a profession. Professional License Discipline refers to the actions taken against a licensed professional when they violate the rules, regulations, or codes of conduct set forth by their licensing board or governing body. This discipline can occur across various professions, such as medicine, law, engineering, and more.

When a licensed professional breaches ethical standards, engages in misconduct, malpractice, fraud, or fails to meet the required standards of care or competency, they might face disciplinary actions. These actions could include warnings, fines, suspension, or revocation of their professional license, depending on the severity of the violation.

Each profession has its own specific set of rules and regulations governing ethical behavior, and disciplinary actions are usually taken by a licensing board or regulatory authority responsible for overseeing that profession.

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Professional and Occupational License Defense Blog

  • Responding to NC Licensing Board Complaint
    You Received a Notice of Violation or Complaint, Now What? Responding to a license board disciplinary complaint requires careful attention to detail, as it can significantly impact your professional license and career. Here are the steps you should follow to address the complaint effectively: Each response to a disciplinary complaint or notice of violation is READ MORE
  • Disciplinary Authority of NC Medical Board
    What conduct by a physician is subject to discipline by the North Carolina Medical Board? The North Carolina Medical Board has the fairly broad authority to discipline physicians and other healthcare practitioners. Conduct that could be be subject to a Board investigation or disciplinary action include: What are some of the disciplinary sanctions that the READ MORE
  • North Carolina Professional License Boards
    In North Carolina, several professional licensing boards oversee various professions and have the authority to take disciplinary action against license holders for violations of state laws or regulations. Some of the major licensing boards in North Carolina include: These are just a few examples of the many licensing boards in North Carolina that have the READ MORE
  • Legal Counsel for License Board Matters
    Legal Representation for Licensing Board Matters is Critical North Carolina license boards have the authority to take disciplinary action against a licensee. A licensee is may retain an attorney for discipline investigations or when allegations and charges are formally issued. A lawyer can be instrumental in defending a professional license in several ways: Overall, a READ MORE
  • What are the Different Stages Of Professional License Discipline
    From Complaint to Final Agency Decision The stages of professional licensing and occupational licensing discipline can vary depending on the specific regulations governing the profession. The rules and regulations for a North Carolina certified public accountant are different than the rules and regulations for a licensed general contractor. However, there are generally several common stages READ MORE