The Office of Investigations (OI)—
(a)
Conducts investigations of licensees, applicants, their contractors or vendors, including the investigation of all allegations of wrongdoing by other than NRC employees and contractors;
(b)
Maintains current awareness of inquiries and inspections by other NRC offices to identify the need for formal investigations;
(c)
Makes appropriate referrals to the Department of Justice;
(d)
Maintains liaison with other agencies and organizations to ensure the timely exchange of information of mutual interest; and
(e)
Issues subpoenas where necessary or appropriate for the conduct of investigations.
Code of Federal Regulations
[54 FR 53315, Dec. 28, 1989]