Agency: 
Federal Communications Commission
Scheme Nickname: 
Forfeiture proceedings

This scheme involves forfeiture proceedings that take place within the FCC's Investigations and Hearings Division.

Comments/Notes on Adjudication Structure: 
Forfeiture hearings are brought forward by the Investigations and Hearings division and are adjudicated by an administrative law judge. Dissatisfied parties may appeal decisions to the Commission.
Types of Adjudication: 
Type B
Comments/Notes on Related Schemes: 
The Appeal level (The Commission) intersects with many other FCC schemes.
Resources & Articles: 
http://www.fcc.gov/office-administrative-law-judges
Verified by Agency: 
Not verified
Is this a Major Adjudication: 
Yes