Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists License Defense Attorneys
The attorneys at Ray & Weinstein, P.C. represent clients in Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists License Defense cases.Texas Professional Geoscientists face a significant number of rules and regulations promulgated by the Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists. Any alleged violation of these rules and regulations can result in an obstacle to a Professional Geoscientists ability to practice in Texas. The firm practices Texas TBPG License Defense. From Texas TBPG application Denial Hearings to Complaints, the firm’s goal is to provide effective and efficient legal representation to the firm’s Texas TBPG License clients in these Locations of Practice.
Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists License Defense Lawyers
Many individuals possess Professional Geoscientist Licenses issued by Texas TBPG. Most Texas TBPG licensed Professional Geoscientists have minimal or no contact with the disciplinary systems of the Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists. For Texas licensed Professional Geoscientists who become part of the Texas TBPG disciplinary process, the consequences are profound. The Texas Administrative Law disciplinary process is complex, procedural and time consuming.
Texas TBPG Investigation Defense Lawyers
The majority of Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists License disciplinary investigations begin with the filing of a consumer Complaint. However, disciplinary investigations also can arise from other events, such as a criminal conviction or criminal investigation. Texas TBPG utilizes non sworn civilian investigators to conduct non criminal investigations against licensed Professional Geoscientists. Texas TBPG works with Texas law enforcement agencies to investigate criminal and administrative law violations committed by Texas Professional Geoscientists. Administrative Law Due Process Rights differ substantially from the Due Process Rights accorded in criminal law.
It is important to have an attorney that understands the Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists License disciplinary process. At the conclusion of a Texas TBPG investigation, Texas TBPG has several options. The Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists can choose to close the Complaint. Texas TBPG can choose to issue an Administrative Penalty. The Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists can also choose to refer the matter to its legal counsel for the filing of formal Administrative disciplinary charges, generally called a Complaint. Texas TBPG legal counsel will determine whether cause exists to file a Complaint. Texas TBPG may hold an Informal Conference with the licensee. In cases involving criminal conduct, the Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists may refer the case to the District Attorney’s Office for criminal prosecution.
Texas TBPG Notice of Alleged Violation Defense Attorneys
A Notice of Alleged Violation or Complaint served on a Texas Professional Geoscientist serves as notice to a licensee that Texas TBPG intends to suspend or revoke the Texas Professional Geoscientist License. The licensee, now called the Respondent, has only a specific number of days from the date that the Notice of Alleged Violation was served (not received, but served) to file a Request for Hearing. The failure to file a Request for Hearing results in a Default against the Texas Professional Geoscientist License. A Default will result in the immediate Revocation of the Texas Professional Geoscientist License.
The filing of a Notice of Alleged Violation is a serious matter that can result in the suspension or revocation of a Professional Geoscientist License in Texas. In many cases, it is possible for licensees to reach a settlement with the Texas TBPG. An Agreed Board Order is a formal term for a settlement agreement. If an Agreed Board order cannot be reached, the parties will proceed to a formal Hearing before the Texas State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH).
Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists Hearing Attorneys
The Texas Office of Administrative Hearings, also known as SOAH, hears Texas TBPG disciplinary matters. SOAH is headquartered in Austin, but may hold Hearings remotely or in other locations. Hearings may be held in Austin, Corpus Christi, Dallas, El Paso, Fort Worth, Houston, Lubbock or San Antonio. The Texas TBPG Administrative Law Hearing is a formal Hearing before an Administrative Law Judge.
The Administrative Law Judge, or ALJ, will issue a written Proposal for Decision approximately 60 days after the Hearing. The Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists and the Respondent generally both have the ability to file responses to the Proposal for Decision, called Exceptions and Briefs. The Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists action is called the Final Order. There are two main rights of Appeal of a Final Order. Texas Government Code § 2001.144 allows a licensee to file a Motion for Rehearing within 25 days after the Final Order is issued. If a Motion for Rehearing is denied, the Respondent can file a Request for Judicial Review in Travis County District Court in Austin. A Request for Judicial Review must be filed within 30 days of the denial of the Motion for Rehearing.
Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists License and Criminal Convictions
Texas TBPG can discipline Professional Geoscientist Licensees for criminal convictions. Administrative Law discipline for Texas Professional Geoscientists primarily occurs for felony criminal convictions and criminal convictions related to the Professional Geoscientist License. The Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists and other law enforcement agencies also investigate criminal conduct by licensees in the course and scope of their license. Common criminal offenses that can cause Texas TBPG License discipline are:
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Texas TBPG License Denial Defense Attorneys
The Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists thoroughly investigates all applicants for Professional Geoscientist Licenses. Texas TBPG may deny licensees from other states and countries. Most Texas Professional Geoscientist License denials occur due to criminal convictions, financial problems or misstatements on the Professional Geoscientist License application. Denial Hearings and Complaint Hearings before the State Office of Administrative Hearings involve a similar procedure. However, in a Professional Geoscientist License Denial Hearing, the applicant bears the burden of proof.
Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists Petition for Reinstatement Lawyers
A Petition for Reinstatement allows individuals who have received a Texas TBPG License Revocation to reinstate their Texas Professional Geoscientist License. The Petition for Reinstatement may result in an investigation by Texas TBPG. Subsequent to an investigation, the Texas TBPG may issue the license, issue the license with a corresponding Agreed Board Order (settlement), or deny the license. Texas TBPG may schedule an Informal Conference prior to determining whether to grant or deny licensure. Rehabilitation from past misconduct is a primary factor in a Petition for Reinstatement.