Florida Administrative Practice (2-3 credits)

A study of the Florida Administrative Procedure Act (APA) and its interpretation by the courts. Major emphasis is placed on theories of delegation to administrative agencies, the relationship between the roles of administrative law judges, agency heads, and reviewing courts, and comparison to the Model State and Federal APAs. Topics covered include the non-delegation doctrine, adjudication, non-rule policy, attorneys' fees, rule-making, draw out, rule challenges, the statement of regulatory costs, judicial review, and formal legislative oversight. Prerequisites: None