5 CFR 185.114 – Parties to the hearing
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(a) The parties to the hearing shall be the defendant and OPM.
Terms Used In 5 CFR 185.114
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
(b) Except where the authority head designates another, OPM shall be represented by the members of the Office of the General Counsel.
(c) Pursuant to section 3730(c)(5) of title 31, United States Code, a private plaintiff under the False Claims Act may participate in these proceedings to the extent authorized by the provisions of that Act.