Wade Robertson v. Committee on Grievances for the United States District Court for the District of Columbia
DueProcess JusticiabilityDoctri
Does the Federal Constitution secure to the holder of a professional license, such as an attorney, the right to confront and cross-examine adverse witnesses in administrative proceedings where the witness' testimony is offered for the purpose of depriving the holder of that license?
question presented is as follows: 1. Does the Federal Constitution secure to the holder of a professional license, such as an attorney, the right to confront and cross-examine adverse witnesses in administrative proceedings where the witness’ testimony is offered for the purpose of depriving the holder of that license? This Court’s earlier decisions have also held that Federal Constitutional Due Process requires a written statement by the actual decision-maker-the fact finder with the authority to take action-as to the evidence relied on, the facts found, and the reasons supporting the action thereupon even in noncriminal proceedings. The second question presented is as follows: . 2. Does the Federal Constitution permit summary license-revocation orders, such as orders of disbarment, that contain no findings of fact and no statement or explanation as to the evidence relied upon or how the disciplinary orders came to be? . -ii an .