Natural justice and inquiry procedure
Finin2min operating guidance linked to the Act, Rules and current official implementation material.
Minimum process controls
Rule 7 requires service of the complaint, a response opportunity, natural justice, advance notice before termination or ex parte action, no legal practitioner representation before the Committee, and a minimum of three members including the Presiding Officer or Chairperson.
Evidence discipline
Maintain an indexed record of complaint, response, electronic records, witness statements, hearing notices, attendance, objections, procedural orders and reasons. Give both parties a fair opportunity on material used for findings.
Reasoned report
Separate allegations, issues, evidence, credibility assessment, findings, statutory analysis and recommendations. Avoid moral commentary, assumptions based on delay or stereotype, and findings outside the allegations without due notice.
Primary provisions
Use the section and rule repository and the source register. Apply State rules, service rules and current forum details before acting.