Understanding Suspension and Interdiction
Explains the difference between suspension and interdiction, including what triggers each measure, how it affects your pay, your obligations and restrictions during the period, and what happens when the case is resolved.
Understand the Difference Between Suspension and Interdiction
Suspension and interdiction are two distinct measures and must not be confused. Suspension is an administrative measure that removes you from duty — without pay — because there is a reasonable suspicion of grave misconduct and your continued presence at work would be prejudicial to the investigation or to public administration. Interdiction is a different measure, used when formal steps are being taken to dismiss you or when you are facing a criminal charge related to your official duties; unlike suspension, interdiction normally entitles you to receive at least half of your salary while the matter is pending.
Which measure has been applied to you?
Scenario Complete
For the full legal text, see: CoC Sec. 7 and PPM Ch. 9