22 CFR 18.9

§ 18.9 Contents of complaint.

United States · 22 CFR — Foreign Relations · Status: effective

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Citation: 22 CFR 18.9, § 18.9 Contents of complaint, United States, version 1 as recorded 2026-07-09, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/92485
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A complaint shall plainly and concisely describe the allegations which constitute the basis for the proceeding. A complaint shall be deemed sufficient if it fairly informs the respondent of the charges against him/her so that the respondent is able to prepare a defense. Written notification shall be given of the place and of the time within which the respondent shall file his/her answer, which time shall not be less than 15 days from the date of service of the complaint. Notice shall be given that a decision by default may be rendered against the respondent in the event he/she fails to file an answer.

Legislative history

This is a federal regulation, adopted through agency rulemaking under the Administrative Procedure Act — not enacted by a recorded vote of Congress.