The Secretary of State has authority under article 3 of the State Administrative Procedure Act to provide for adjudicatory proceedings and appeals pertaining to matters within the secretary's statutory jurisdiction. It is the intent and purpose of these regulations to afford all those appearing in any hearing subject to the Part due process of law and an opportunity to be heard, while at the same time ensuring protection of the public health, safety and general welfare.
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 19 § 400.1