5 CFR 839.231
§ 839.231 Can I make an election if my former spouse is entitled to a portion of my retirement benefits by qualifying court order?
United States · 5 CFR — Administrative Personnel · Status: effective
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Yes, but if you want to elect FERS you need your former spouse's consent to the election. If you are subject to a qualifying court order and want to elect FERS, the requirements in § 846.722 of this chapter (Former Spouse's Consent to an Election of FERS Coverage) apply to you.
Legislative history
This is a federal regulation, adopted through agency rulemaking under the Administrative Procedure Act — not enacted by a recorded vote of Congress.