# hearing

*Last updated: 2026-06-18*

> A hearing arises in customs or administrative proceedings when an authority must give affected parties – freight forwarders, shippers, or importers – the opportunity to respond before an adverse decision is made, such as a customs seizure, additional duty assessment, or penalty notice.

A hearing arises in customs or administrative proceedings when an authority must give affected parties – freight forwarders, shippers, or importers – the opportunity to respond before an adverse decision is made, such as a customs seizure, additional duty assessment, or penalty notice. The party concerned may present their position, introduce new facts, or submit evidence. A hearing may take the form of written submissions or oral proceedings. In many legal systems it is mandatory. The term relates closely to the right to be heard: «hearing» typically refers to the specific procedural act, whereas the right to be heard denotes the broader legal principle.

**Source:** [https://www.duden.de/rechtschreibung/Anh%C3%B6rung](https://www.duden.de/rechtschreibung/Anh%C3%B6rung)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | hearing |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 104 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-18 |
| Source | https://www.duden.de/rechtschreibung/Anh%C3%B6rung |

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