Who has the power, after notice and a hearing, to revoke, suspend, or refuse to renew any license, temporary license, or certificate of endorsement?

• A. The Governor
• B. The Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs
• C. The Board of Hearing Aid Dispensers
• D. The Attorney General

Answer: (B)

Administrative disciplinary authority over professional licenses rests with the Division’s Director after due process. In New Jersey, when a license, temporary license, or endorsement certificate is at stake, the process begins with notice and a hearing to ensure fair treatment. After that due-process step, the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs can revoke, suspend, or refuse to renew those credentials. This setup places the final disciplinary authority with the Division’s director, not with the Governor or the Attorney General, and while the Board may issue licenses and may participate in the process, the binding power to take the action described lies with the Director.