During a state regulatory examination, an MLO refuses to provide access to certain loan files claiming attorney-client privilege. What is the likely outcome?
Correct Answer
B) The MLO may face disciplinary action for obstructing the examination
State regulatory authorities have broad examination powers, and obstruction of an examination can result in disciplinary action. While attorney-client privilege exists, it typically does not apply to business records required for regulatory compliance examinations, and refusing to cooperate with an examination is grounds for disciplinary action.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
State regulatory authorities have broad examination powers, and obstruction of an examination can result in disciplinary action. While attorney-client privilege exists, it typically does not apply to business records required for regulatory compliance examinations, and refusing to cooperate with an examination is grounds for disciplinary action.
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