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Broker Lisa receives a written complaint from a buyer alleging that Lisa failed to disclose a known material defect in a property she listed. CREC opens a formal investigation. Which of the following best describes the procedural right Lisa has before CREC can impose a license suspension?

Correct Answer

A) Lisa is entitled to a formal hearing before CREC prior to any suspension being imposed

Under Connecticut's Uniform Administrative Procedure Act (CGS § 4-177 et seq.) and CGS § 20-321, a licensee is entitled to notice and an opportunity to be heard—a formal hearing—before CREC can impose a license suspension or revocation. Due process protections require this procedural step before adverse action is finalized.

Answer Options
A
Lisa is entitled to a formal hearing before CREC prior to any suspension being imposed
B
CREC may suspend Lisa's license immediately upon receiving the complaint without any prior hearing
C
Lisa must first exhaust all civil court remedies before CREC can hold a disciplinary hearing
D
Lisa may avoid the hearing entirely by voluntarily surrendering her license to CREC

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