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Administrative Law Keyed to Aman
Camp v. Pitts
Citation:
411 U.S. 138 (1973)Facts
In 1967, respondents applied to the Comptroller of the Currency for a certificate to organize a new national bank in Hartsville, South Carolina. The Comptroller denied the application, stating briefly that “factors in support of the establishment of a new National Bank in this area are not favorable.” After respondents requested reconsideration, the Comptroller conducted a supplemental field examination but again denied the application, explaining that they “were unable to reach a favorable conclusion as to the need factor” given the existing banking services in the area. The Comptroller’s decision was made without a formal hearing, which was not required by statute or regulation. Respondents sought judicial review, and the District Court granted summary judgment for the Comptroller, finding a substantial basis for the determination. The Court of Appeals reversed, holding that the Comptroller’s explanation was insufficient for judicial review, and ordered a trial de novo.
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