True or False: A paralegal can be suspended for administrative reasons for not paying their fees?

A paralegal can indeed be suspended for administrative reasons if they fail to pay their fees. This reflects the regulatory requirements that govern licensed professionals in Ontario, including paralegals. In order to maintain active status, paralegals must comply with all administrative obligations, including the timely payment of fees associated with their licensing.

When fees are not paid, the regulatory body responsible for overseeing paralegals has the authority to suspend the license as part of its compliance enforcement. This mechanism ensures that practitioners fulfill their financial responsibilities to maintain their professional standing and ensures the integrity of the licensing system.

The other options do not accurately reflect the nature of administrative suspensions. For example, stating that a paralegal can only be suspended after a formal hearing overlooks the straightforward administrative nature of such suspensions, which do not require a hearing for non-compliance with fee payments. Similarly, suggesting that non-payment does not affect the license contradicts the established processes that enable regulatory bodies to enforce compliance through suspension.