31 CFR § 19.855 Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement)

§ 19.855 Who has the burden of proof in a debarment action?

Current through Oct 6, 2026 · Read all of Part 19

(a) We have the burden to prove that a cause for debarment exists.

(b) Once a cause for debarment is established, you as a respondent have the burden of demonstrating to the satisfaction of the debarring official that you are presently responsible and that debarment is not necessary.

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