OLERE Board Complaint and Disciplinary Actions 2

Question 1

When a complaint is filed against an Oklahoma LPC with the licensing board, who has the burden of proof in disciplinary proceedings?

Accepted Answer

The board or complainant must prove the violation occurred

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The respondent licensee must prove their innocence

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No burden of proof applies in administrative proceedings

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The burden shifts depending on the severity of the alleged violation

Question 2

An Oklahoma LPC receives notice that a formal complaint has been filed against them with the licensing board. The counselor's first recommended action is to:

Accepted Answer

Consult with an attorney who specializes in professional licensing matters

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Contact the complainant directly to resolve the matter informally

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Ignore the notice if they believe the complaint is frivolous

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Immediately surrender their license to avoid further proceedings

Question 3

Which of the following board disciplinary actions against an Oklahoma LPC would be considered the most severe?

Accepted Answer

License revocation

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Letter of reprimand

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Probation with conditions

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License suspension

Question 4

A complaint against an Oklahoma LPC is found to be unsubstantiated after investigation. What is the most likely outcome?

Accepted Answer

The case is dismissed and the counselor is notified

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The license is placed on probation as a precaution

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The counselor must still attend a formal disciplinary hearing

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The complaint remains on the counselor's permanent public record

Question 5

A disciplinary action against an Oklahoma LPC results in license probation. During probation, the counselor is typically required to:

Accepted Answer

Comply with specified conditions such as supervision or additional training

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Immediately cease all counseling practice

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Surrender their license pending appeal

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Practice only in group or agency settings, not independently

Question 6

An Oklahoma LPC is convicted of a felony. How does this affect their professional license?

Accepted Answer

The board must investigate and may take disciplinary action up to and including revocation

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It has no automatic effect on the license

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It may trigger a mandatory license revocation without a hearing

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The license is automatically suspended pending appeal of the conviction