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Difference between revisions of "Review of Administrative Decisions for Public Complaints (5:III)"

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The onus of proof is normally to a civil standard, i.e., that the events alleged occurred on a balance of probabilities (more than 50% likely).  However, disciplinary hearings may be to a mixed standard requiring proof beyond a reasonable doubt for some elements.
The onus of proof is normally to a civil standard, i.e., that the events alleged occurred on a balance of probabilities (more than 50% likely).  However, disciplinary hearings may be to a mixed standard requiring proof beyond a reasonable doubt for some elements.


===== (e) Duty to Act in Good Faith =====
====== (e) Duty to Act in Good Faith ======


All decision-makers are expected to act in good faith and not to discriminate on the basis of irrelevant criteria.  Parties are entitled to a decision made by persons untainted by the appearance of bias or conflicts of interest.  A tribunal has a duty to at least consider exercising any discretion it may have.
All decision-makers are expected to act in good faith and not to discriminate on the basis of irrelevant criteria.  Parties are entitled to a decision made by persons untainted by the appearance of bias or conflicts of interest.  A tribunal has a duty to at least consider exercising any discretion it may have.