What must occur before the Louisiana Real Estate Commission revokes or suspends a license?

In order for the Louisiana Real Estate Commission to revoke or suspend a license, it is essential that written notification of the charges is provided to the licensee at least twenty days prior to the hearing. This requirement ensures that the licensee has a fair opportunity to prepare their defense against the allegations being made. It aligns with principles of due process, which mandate that individuals should be informed of accusations against them and be given a reasonable amount of time to respond.

While a public hearing does take place in the process, the key step that safeguards the rights of the licensee is the advance notification of charges. This notification ensures transparency and fairness in the disciplinary process conducted by the commission. The hearing itself can only follow once this critical step has been fulfilled.