Disciplinary Committee Powers and Offenses
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Disciplinary Committee Powers and Offenses

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What is the maximum fine a person can incur in a magistrate's court for falsifying the register under this Act?

  • N500 (correct)
  • N2,000
  • N100
  • N1,000
  • Which entity is deemed guilty alongside an individual if an offence is committed by a body corporate?

  • The shareholders of the company
  • The corporate entity only
  • The director or similar officer (correct)
  • Any employee in a lower position
  • What is required from universities regarding registered surveyor training programs?

  • Monthly training updates
  • A fee for registration
  • An accreditation certificate every five years
  • An annual list of course attendance names and particulars (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a penalty for an individual found guilty under this Act?

    <p>Imprisonment for more than five years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the extent of entitlement for a registered surveyor to practice?

    <p>Throughout the Federation based on their qualifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence for an unregistered person attempting to recover fees for acting as a registered surveyor?

    <p>They cannot recover any fees through law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What additional fine may be imposed for continuing offences under this Act?

    <p>N50 for each day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for providing the registrar with a list of persons attending surveyor training courses?

    <p>The person in charge of each university or institution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action can the Disciplinary Committee take if a registered person is found guilty of infamous conduct?

    <p>Reprimand the person or strike them off the register</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances could a surveyor's registration be considered incompatible with their professional status?

    <p>If convicted of an offense by any court or tribunal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum period for which the Disciplinary Committee can suspend a surveyor from practice?

    <p>Six months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential direction that the Disciplinary Committee can issue?

    <p>Issuing a fine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limitation is placed on the deferral of decisions by the Disciplinary Committee?

    <p>Decisions cannot be deferred for periods exceeding six months in total</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is a person deemed 'convicted' for the purposes of the Disciplinary Committee's assessment?

    <p>When there is no pending appeal against the conviction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the Disciplinary Committee do after issuing a direction?

    <p>Serve notice of the direction to the affected person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common reason for the Disciplinary Committee to investigate a surveyor's registration?

    <p>Fraudulent registration of their name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the timeframe for a person to appeal against a direction received from the Disciplinary Committee?

    <p>Twenty-eight days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition does a direction of the Disciplinary Committee take effect if no appeal is brought against it?

    <p>After the appeal period has expired</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a person do to be eligible for re-registration after their name has been removed from the register?

    <p>Obtain a direction from the Disciplinary Committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What constitutes an offence under the Act concerning unlawful practice in surveying?

    <p>Practising as a surveyor while not registered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement regarding false statements for procuring registration is correct?

    <p>Materially false statements are punishable regardless of intent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may a direction of the Disciplinary Committee include regarding future applications for re-registration?

    <p>Prohibition until a specified period has elapsed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Disciplinary Committee play during an appeal to the Federal High Court?

    <p>It may appear as a respondent during the appeal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario allows for a direction from the Disciplinary Committee to be annulled?

    <p>If the appeal is successfully withdrawn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Disciplinary Committee Powers

    • The Disciplinary Committee can reprimand, strike off the register, or suspend surveyors for:
      • Infamous conduct in a professional respect
      • Conviction of an offense considered incompatible with the status of a surveyor
      • Fraudulent registration
    • The Committee can defer its decision for up to six months
    • Appeals can be made to the Federal High Court within 28 days of the decision
    • A person removed from the register can apply to be re-registered
    • The Committee can prohibit re-registration applications for a specified period

    Offenses

    • Practicing or presenting oneself as a surveyor without proper registration is an offense
    • Using a title, description, or name implying authorization to practice as a surveyor is also an offense
    • Making false statements to obtain registration is an offense
    • Falsifying information on the register is an offense
    • Offenses can be prosecuted in Magistrate's Court or High Court
    • Corporate bodies can be held accountable for offenses committed by their officers

    Entitlement to Practice

    • Registered surveyors are entitled to practice throughout the Federation
    • Universities and institutions of higher learning must provide a list of surveyor training students to the registrar annually

    Recovery of Fees

    • Unregistered individuals cannot recover fees for services performed while claiming to be a registered surveyor

    Miscellaneous

    • A person other than a fully registered surveyor shall not be entitled to recover fees, by process of law, for any act, matter or thing done or omitted to be done by him pursuant to any contract while purporting to act as a registered surveyor.

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    This quiz covers the powers of the Disciplinary Committee in relation to surveyors, including potential reprimands, suspensions, and the appeals process. It also details various offenses associated with registration and practice as a surveyor. Test your understanding of these professional regulations and legal implications.

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