(a) If USDA relied on an institution to conduct an inquiry, investigation, and adjudication, the alleged person(s) should first follow the institution’s appeal policy and procedures.

Terms Used In 2 CFR 422.13

  • Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.

(b) USDA agencies’ implementation procedures identify the appeal process when a finding of research misconduct is elevated to the agency.