Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners License Defense Attorneys
The attorneys at Ray & Weinstein, P.C. represent clients in Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners License Defense cases.Texas Veterinarians face a significant number of rules and regulations promulgated by the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. Any alleged violation of these rules and regulations can result in an obstacle to a Veterinarians ability to practice in Texas. The firm practices Texas TBVME License Defense. From Texas TBVME application Denial Hearings to Complaints, the firm’s goal is to provide effective and efficient legal representation to the firm’s Texas TBVME License clients in these Locations of Practice.
Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners License Defense Lawyers
Many individuals possess Veterinarian Licenses issued by Texas TBVME. Most Texas TBVME licensed Veterinarians have minimal or no contact with the disciplinary systems of the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. For Texas licensed Veterinarians who become part of the Texas TBVME disciplinary process, the consequences are profound. The Texas Administrative Law disciplinary process is complex, procedural and time consuming.
Texas TBVME Investigation Defense Lawyers
The majority of Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners 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 TBVME utilizes non sworn civilian investigators to conduct non criminal investigations against licensed Veterinarians. Texas TBVME works with Texas law enforcement agencies to investigate criminal and administrative law violations committed by Texas Veterinarians. 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 Veterinary Medical Examiners License disciplinary process. At the conclusion of a Texas TBVME investigation, Texas TBVME has several options. The Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners can choose to close the Complaint. Texas TBVME can choose to issue an Administrative Penalty. The Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners can also choose to refer the matter to its legal counsel for the filing of formal Administrative disciplinary charges, generally called a Complaint. Texas TBVME legal counsel will determine whether cause exists to file a Complaint. Texas TBVME may hold an Informal Conference with the licensee. In cases involving criminal conduct, the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners may refer the case to the District Attorney’s Office for criminal prosecution.
Texas TBVME Complaint Defense Attorneys
A Complaint served on a Texas Veterinarian serves as notice to a licensee that Texas TBVME intends to suspend or revoke the Texas Veterinarian License. The licensee, now called the Respondent, has only a specific number of days from the date that the Complaint 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 Veterinarian License. A Default will result in the immediate Revocation of the Texas Veterinarian License.
The filing of a Complaint is a serious matter that can result in the suspension or revocation of a Veterinarian License in Texas. In many cases, it is possible for licensees to reach a settlement with the Texas TBVME. A Negotiated Settlement is a formal term for a settlement agreement. If a Negotiated Settlement cannot be reached, the parties will proceed to a formal Hearing before the Texas State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH).
Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners Hearing Attorneys
The Texas Office of Administrative Hearings, also known as SOAH, hears Texas TBVME 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 TBVME 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 Veterinary Medical Examiners and the Respondent generally both have the ability to file responses to the Proposal for Decision, called Exceptions and Briefs. The Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners 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 Veterinary Medical Examiners License and Criminal Convictions
Texas TBVME can discipline Veterinarian Licensees for criminal convictions. Administrative Law discipline for Texas Veterinarians primarily occurs for felony criminal convictions and criminal convictions related to the Veterinarian License. The Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners 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 TBVME License discipline are:
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Texas TBVME License Denial Defense Attorneys
The Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners thoroughly investigates all applicants for Veterinarian Licenses. Texas TBVME may deny licensees from other states and countries. Most Texas Veterinarian License denials occur due to criminal convictions, financial problems or misstatements on the Veterinarian License application. Denial Hearings and Complaint Hearings before the State Office of Administrative Hearings involve a similar procedure. However, in a Veterinarian License Denial Hearing, the applicant bears the burden of proof.
Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners Petition for Reinstatement Lawyers
A Petition for Reinstatement allows individuals who have received a Texas TBVME License Revocation to reinstate their Texas Veterinarian License. The Petition for Reinstatement may result in an investigation by Texas TBVME. Subsequent to an investigation, the Texas TBVME may issue the license, issue the license with a corresponding Negotiated Settlement, or deny the license. Texas TBVME 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.