April 2021 (Georgia)

Client, a GS-14 law enforcement officer with the Department of Homeland Security, previously was removed for alleged misconduct. Ultimately the agency rescinded the action and returned client back to full duty with all back pay and relief the client was entitled to. The agency indicated that they would repropose the action again to correct the significant due process deficiencies occurring in the original removal action.

After significant discussion and application of the facts and evidence, the agency issued a letter of reprimand in lieu of the original removal action and the case was closed out without any further action. Client remains in full duty status.