Enforcement

If negotiations are unsuccessful, a claimant may request referral to the DOJ (private and State/local government entities), or to the OSC (Federal executive agencies).
Regardless of merit determination, a claimant may request referral to DOJ/OSC for further review or resolution.
DOJ/OSC have independent discretion whether or not to offer representation in Federal District Court, or before MSPB.
At any point during the investigative process, a claimant may elect to withdraw the case and pursue enforcement through private counsel.