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DOJ Justice Manual › Title 4: Civil › 4-8.000 - Consumer Protection › Justice Manual § 4-8.230

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CPB has exclusive authority to defend in federal district courts FDA actions challenged under the Administrative Procedure Act or constitutional provisions. These cases typically come directly to CPB from FDA. USAOs served with a complaint against FDA should notify CPB.

[updated January 2021]

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