Which of the following is not a penalty the Director may impose for license law violations?

• A. Costs of formal hearing
• B. Fines
• C. Suspension
• D. Revocation

Answer: (A)

The key idea is understanding what counts as a penalty in license discipline. The Director has authority to impose punitive actions like fines, suspensions, or revocations to punish violations, deter future misconduct, and protect the public. Costs of a formal hearing, on the other hand, are procedural expenses associated with conducting the investigation and hearing. They cover the process itself rather than serving as a punitive sanction. While a party might be responsible for those costs, that outcome is a procedural consequence, not a disciplinary penalty. So, the item that is not a penalty the Director may impose is the costs of the formal hearing.