Aside from when acting summarily, which requirements must be satisfied before an order to deny, suspend, or revoke may be entered?

• A. Appropriate prior notice to the applicant or registrant
• B. Opportunity for a hearing
• C. Written findings of fact and conclusions of law
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Due process protections require notice, an opportunity to be heard, and a reasoned record before an order to deny, suspend, or revoke may be entered, except in emergencies where summarily acting is allowed. The notice gives the applicant or registrant time to prepare and respond to the allegations. The hearing option ensures they can present evidence, challenge the facts, and argue legal standards in a structured setting. Written findings of fact and conclusions of law provide a clear, reviewable basis for the decision, showing exactly what was found and how the legal conclusions were reached. Taken together, these elements ensure the action is fair, transparent, and capable of appellate review, which is why all three are required in normal proceedings.