JUNE 2020 (EL PASO FIELD DIVISION)
JOEL J KIRKPATRICK PC
Client, Special Agent with the Department of Justice, DEA, is investigated for alleged serious misconduct. The agency, makes the preliminary decision to suspend client’s access to NSI (otherwise known as top-secret clearance) and suspend him without pay.
An appeal was filed with the MSPB challenging the indefinite suspension. During the litigation of that appeal, the agency rescinds its decision to suspend client’s clearance and dismisses the case. Client returns to full duty.