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Date: 09/17/2025

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Administrative hearings

An administrative hearing Similar to trial but less formal. It's held in front of a judge who works for a government agency. is different from a court process, but works the same way. These resources explain the process.

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ILAO is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. ILAO's tax identification number is 20-2917133.