Agency:
Scheme Nickname:
Formal adjudication - enforcement actions
FTC's formal adjudication scheme in which ALJs (or, alternatively, one or more Commission members) serve as presiding officers. Substantive matters heard include: (a) administrative enforcement actions under a variety of federal trade laws within the Commission's jurisdiction; and (b) adjudicative hearings in rulemaking proceedings under the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act for receipt of evidence in certain circumstances. A proceeding commences when Commission affirmatively votes to issue a complaint. FTC-style formal adjudication is very formal, with rules of practice and procedure akin to those in federal district court.
Adjudication Levels:
| Level | Name of Office | Are administrative appeals permitted from final decisions at this stage? |
|---|---|---|
Hearing Level | Yes (All Types of Cases) | |
Appeal Level 1 | No |
Comments/Notes on Adjudication Structure:
Presiding officer for hearings can be either an ALJ, or one or more Commission members sitting as ALJs.
Types of Adjudication:
Type A
Verified by Agency:
Verified
Is this a Major Adjudication:
Yes
