The Board of Chemical Engineering may file a complaint against a registered Chemical Engineer even without a complaint filed by any person.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Depends on Board decision
• D. Only with a court order.

Answer: (A)

The main practice concept is that regulatory boards can initiate disciplinary actions on their own, not just in response to a complaint from the public. The Board of Chemical Engineering may file a complaint against a registered chemical engineer on its own initiative when there is evidence of misconduct or violation of professional rules. This allows timely enforcement to protect public safety and maintain standards. Of course, due process still applies: the board must follow the proper procedures, give notice, allow a defense, and hold a hearing if required, all based on substantiated findings. The other options would unnecessarily limit the board’s authority, whereas a court order is not a prerequisite for the board to commence disciplinary action.