AUGUST 2019 (SEATTLE FIELD DIVISION)
JOEL J KIRKPATRICK PC
Client, an investigator with the Department of Justice, ATF, receives a notice of proposed removal for alleged misconduct.
An investigation was commenced to determine the nature of the allegations against client. A written response was prepared on behalf of client. An oral reply was conducted with the agency deciding official.
The agency mitigated the proposed penalty of removal to a non-adverse minor suspension. Client returns to full duty.
