[Code of Federal Regulations]
[Title 12, Volume 3]
[Revised as of January 1, 2003]
From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access
[CITE: 12CFR269b.240]

[Page 843]
 
                       TITLE 12--BANKS AND BANKING
 
                   CHAPTER II--FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM
 
PART 269b--CHARGES OF UNFAIR LABOR PRACTICES--Table of Contents
 
Sec. 269b.240  The investigation.

    (a) The purpose of the investigation is (1) to ascertain, analyze, 
and apply the relevant facts in order to determine whether or not formal 
proceedings are warranted and (2) to assist, by mediation and other 
appropriate means, the parties to reach a mutually satisfactory 
resolution of the issues as an alternative to the hearing process. In so 
doing, the investigator is not limited to the allegations set forth in 
the charge and may advise the charging party to amend his charge. In 
addition, he should adduce facts pertaining to the remedy as well as to 
the alleged violation. Investigation should also adduce facts pertaining 
to the jurisdiction of the panel and the timeliness of the charge. If 
the charge is untimely on its face, no investigation shall be required 
except to determine whether or not attending circumstances warrant 
waiving the time requirements, set forth in Sec. 269b.110. The 
investigator may request the appearance of parties and witnesses, may 
cause, the production of relevant document, and may take or cause 
depositions to be taken.
    (b) When the investigation has been completed, the Center shall 
issue a written determination whether the charging party has established 
a prima facie case, whether the charge was timely filed, and whether the 
charge is within the jurisdiction of the panel, and reasons therefor. 
This determination shall be served upon the panel and all parties. The 
panel shall receive also the complete report of the investigator.

                 Appeal From the Center's Determination