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The Minnesota Department of Commerce has investigated broker Renee and found multiple violations of Chapter 82. Which of the following is NOT an administrative sanction the MN DOC may impose on Renee under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 82?

Correct Answer

C) Ordering Renee to serve a jail sentence of up to 90 days for the most serious violations

The MN DOC is an administrative agency and has no authority to impose criminal sanctions such as imprisonment. Ordering a jail sentence is exclusively within the jurisdiction of the criminal courts and requires a separate criminal prosecution by the county attorney or Attorney General. Administrative disciplinary proceedings under Ch. 82 result in administrative sanctions only — not criminal penalties. If criminal conduct is involved, the MN DOC may refer the matter to law enforcement, but cannot itself impose incarceration.

Answer Options
A
Issuing a written reprimand and placing it in Renee's permanent license record
B
Imposing a civil monetary penalty for each separate violation found
C
Ordering Renee to serve a jail sentence of up to 90 days for the most serious violations
D
Suspending Renee's license for a specified period pending compliance with corrective conditions

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