Joint FBI and Justice Investigation of Alleged Misconduct by Senior FBI Personnel in 1997 and Our Queries About the Possibility of Similar Misconduct in 2001
Abstract
This report responds to discussions with your offices concerning allegations of improper conduct by senior Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) personnel in connection with an October 9, 1997, retirement dinner for former FBI Assistant Director Larry Potts. Referral is to allegations that a conference was scheduled at the FBI Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia, to provide a reason for senior FBI personnel from around the country to travel to Mr. Potts retirement dinner in Arlington, Virginia, at government expense. Specifically, you asked that we determine (1) whether the joint investigation conducted by the FBI's Office of Professional Responsibility and the Department of Justice's Office of Professional Responsibility was thorough, (2) what disciplinary action resulted from the investigation and whether the FBI addressed a concern that a double standard existed in how the FBI's Senior Executive Service (SES) and non-SES employees were disciplined, and (3) the cost to the government associated with individuals who attended Mr. Potts retirement dinner. You subsequently requested that we determine how many FBI employees traveled to Washington, D.C., at government expense to attend retirement events for former FBI Director Louis Freeh on or about June 20, 2001, and the cost of any such travel.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 2001
- Accession Number
- ADA398269
Entities
Organizations
- United States Government Accountability Office