# 22 C.F.R. § 18.9 (2026): Contents of complaint

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_9

## Section

- **Citation:** 22 C.F.R. § 18.9 (2026)
- **Heading:** Contents of complaint
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 22 CFR: Foreign Relations / Chapter I: DEPARTMENT OF STATE / Part 18: REGULATIONS CONCERNING POST EMPLOYMENT CONFLICT OF INTEREST / Subpart C: Administrative Enforcement Proceedings / § 18.9: § 18.9   Contents of complaint.

## Text

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.

## Nearby sections

- [22 C.F.R. § 18.6 (2026) § 18.6   Authority to prohibit appearances.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_6.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.7 (2026) § 18.7   Report of violation by a former employee.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_7.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.8 (2026) § 18.8   Institution of proceeding.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_8.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.9 (2026) § 18.9   Contents of complaint.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_9.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.10 (2026) § 18.10   Service of complaint and other papers.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_10.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.11 (2026) § 18.11   Answer.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_11.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.12 (2026) § 18.12   Motions and requests.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_12.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.13 (2026) § 18.13   Representation.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_13.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.14 (2026) § 18.14   Hearing examiner.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_14.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.15 (2026) § 18.15   Hearings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_15.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.16 (2026) § 18.16   Evidence.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_16.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.17 (2026) § 18.17   Depositions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_17.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.18 (2026) § 18.18   Proposed findings and conclusions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_18.md)
- [22 C.F.R. § 18.19 (2026) § 18.19   Decision of the hearing examiner.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T22_P18_S18_19.md)

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