A federal law enforcement Special Agent (DEA) received a proposal to be removed from federal service for alleged misconduct. Matter proceeded to an MSPB hearing. The initial decision affirmed the agency’s removal. An appeal to the full MSPB Board resulted in the removal being CANCELLED for violating the Agent’s due process. The client was returned to duty, received full back pay, and attorney’s fees. The agency initiated a subsequent proposal to remove the agent for the same alleged misconduct. After nearly 3 years and pursuant to the written response and oral reply with the deciding official, the removal was RESCINDED, and the client received a small period of suspension. The client returned to full duty.
