28 The Washington Center • Code of Conduct
Last update February 2023
j) Complainants should be permitted to make a complainant-impact statement to the hearing
officer or body and to have that statement considered by the hearing officer or body in
determining its sanction.
k) Complainants have the right to submit a written statement to the appellate board in cases of
appeal.
Respondent Rights
a) The respondent should be treated with respect and accorded all appropriate rights
based on TWC policies and procedures.
b) The respondent may refuse to answer some or all questions with the understanding
that silence should not be used against him or her.
c) The respondent may question witnesses at a hearing.
d) The respondent should be notified of the outcome and sanction of the hearing and/or
conduct procedure.
e) The respondent may appeal the outcome of their case under certain circumstances, as
outlined in Section 4: Conduct Process.
