Complaints & Investigation

Speak to a Raleigh Licensing Lawyer for Help

After an individual has been granted a professional license, he or she is required to maintain certain standards of practice and ethics. Failing to do so can result in practice restrictions, probationary periods, or even the loss of their license, which will affect their ability to earn a living.

Often times, false accusations can threaten your professional future. If your professional license is in jeopardy for any reason, a North Carolina licensing defense attorney may be able to help you preserve your career.

Raleigh Defense Attorney for Professional License Investigations

If you hold a professional license in North Carolina, and you are under investigation, contacting a professional license defense attorney in Raleigh should be at the top of your priority list. When someone is threatening to take away your ability to practice within your profession, it is important to arm yourself with a strong defense immediately.

At Clifford Law Group we represent professional license holders in Wake County, Orange County, Durham County, and the areas of Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham who are under investigation by a licensing board or agency.

Call us today at (919) 441-1799 to schedule your consultation.

Licensing Board Investigation Process

The licensing board or agency that grants professional licenses also has the authority to discipline licensees. Boards do so by imposing sanctions on the individual's occupational license. Licensing boards have the ability to suspend, place under probation, restrict, and even revoke professional licenses.

Anytime there has been a complaint of misconduct on the part of the professional, the licensing board can choose to open an investigation. If the accused professional responds to the inquiry in an appropriate way, he or she could avoid having a formal complaint issued against them.

Any citizen, patient, or competitor can file a complaint against a professional. The subject of such complaints can vary widely, including but not limited to claims of negligence, incompetence, and unethical behavior. It is up to the licensing board to determine if enough probable cause exists to issue a formal complaint and continue with the investigation.

Licensing Board Hearings & Disciplinary Action

If the result of the investigation shows that there is enough probable cause to believe that the licensed professional is guilty of wrongdoing or professional misconduct, the licensing board can move the case forward. During this time, evidence will be gathered and a hearing will be held to determine if sanctions should be issued against the professional.

At licensing board hearings in North Carolina, the accused can be represented by a professional license defense attorney. Your attorney can present evidence and call witnesses that support your claims of innocence.

Depending on the outcome of the hearing, an individual can be issued a public reprimand that could be embarrassing and could harm the potential to receive new business or keep existing clients. The accused could also have his or her professional license suspended or revoked, putting his or her career on hold or in jeopardy.

Wake County Licensing Defense Attorneys Fighting for You

If a complaint has led to your professional conduct being investigated, your professional career may rest upon the findings and the decision of the licensing board. Clifford Law Group is based in Raleigh, and can help professionals with licensing issues throughout Wake County, Durham County and Orange County, including the areas of Chapel Hill, Durham, and Raleigh.

Contact us today at (919) 441-1799 to schedule a consultation.