Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
Title 25 - Indians |
Chapter I—Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of the Interior |
SubChapter A—Procedures and Practice |
Part 2 - Appeals from Administrative Decisions |
Subpart E - Deciding Appeals |
§ 2.503 - May an appeal be dismissed without a decision on the merits?
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§ 2.503 May an appeal be dismissed without a decision on the merits?
Yes, the reviewing official may dismiss an appeal without a decision on the merits when:
(a) You are late in filing your appeal;
(b) You lack standing because you do not meet the requirements of § 2.200 for bringing an appeal;
(c) You have withdrawn the appeal;
(d) You have failed to pay a required appeal bond;
(e) The reviewing official lacks the authority to grant the requested relief;
(f) If you are represented and your representative does not meet the standards established in 43 CFR part 1 related to eligibility to practice before the Department, and you have failed to substitute yourself or an eligible representative after being given an opportunity to do so; or
(g) The reviewing official determines there are other circumstances that warrant a dismissal and explains those circumstances in the dismissal order.