(a)

1. (1) The individual against whom a charge has been filed shall have the right to appear before the Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology in person or by counsel.

2. (2) He or she may:

   1. (A) Present witnesses and evidence in his or her behalf; and
   2. (B) Examine witnesses.

(b) If, after a hearing, the board determines that the individual has committed any act which constitutes grounds for disciplinary action, the board may:

1. (1) Refuse to issue or renew a license;
2. (2) Revoke a license;
3. (3) Suspend a license;
4. (4) Issue a reprimand;
5. (5) Impose a civil penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) per infraction;
6. (6) Require additional continuing education in a specified area;
7. (7) Require community service hours in a specified field; or
8. (8) Impose sanctions pursuant to other applicable state laws.