A real estate licensee believes that FREC has exceeded its authority in a recent rule interpretation. The licensee wants to challenge this decision through the proper legal channels. What is the most appropriate course of action for the licensee to take?

Correct Answer

D) Appeal the decision to the Florida District Court of Appeal

Correct: D - Appeal the decision to the Florida District Court of Appeal. Appeals of FREC decisions are taken to the Florida District Court of Appeal, which has jurisdiction over administrative agency decisions. Why not A: This option is incorrect because "Submit a petition for rulemaking to FREC" does not match the rule tested by the question. The correct answer is "Appeal the decision to the Florida District Court of Appeal". Appeals of FREC decisions are taken to the Florida District Court of Appeal, which has jurisdiction over administrative agency decisions. Why not B: This option is incorrect because "File a complaint with the local circuit court" does not match the rule tested by the question. The correct answer is "Appeal the decision to the Florida District Court of Appeal". Appeals of FREC decisions are taken to the Florida District Court of Appeal, which has jurisdiction over administrative agency decisions. Why not C: This option is incorrect because "Request a hearing before the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH)" does not match the rule tested by the question. The correct answer is "Appeal the decision to the Florida District Court of Appeal". Appeals of FREC decisions are taken to the Florida District Court of Appeal, which has jurisdiction over administrative agency decisions.