Administering Code of Ethics Hearings and Arbitrations
The Professional Standards Committee serves as the formal hearing body for GLAR, conducting hearings on ethics complaints and commission arbitration disputes. Members of this committee are trained to act as impartial panelists, ensuring that hearings are conducted in strict accordance with NAR and C.A.R. professional standards enforcement procedures.
Our Work
Executing Fair, Impartial, and Due Process Hearings
The Professional Standards Committee adjudicates cases forwarded by the Grievance Committee, upholding the highest standards of ethics.
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Serve on hearing panels to consider testimony and evidence in alleged violations of the REALTOR® Code of Ethics.
Determine contractual or specific non-contractual financial disputes between REALTOR® brokers.
Maintain objectivity and confidentiality while weighing facts to deliver unbiased decisions and appropriate disciplinary actions.
Undergo annual mandatory professional standards training to stay up-to-date on procedural changes and Code modifications.
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Uphold Professional Integrity
Experienced members can apply to serve on hearing panels after fulfilling mandatory professional standards training requirements.
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