Administrative bodies must usually hold a hearing to allow persons affected by a proposed decision to appear and defend against such action before a decision is finalized.

Administrative Bodies

Organizations or agencies created to implement and manage government policy, regulations, and public programs.

Hearing

A legal proceeding where arguments, evidence, and testimonies are presented to a judicial authority to resolve a dispute.

Proposed Decision

A preliminary decision offered by a deciding authority with the intention of becoming final, pending any objections or modifications.