When we have evidence that a representative fails to meet our qualification requirements or has violated the rules governing dealings with us, we may begin proceedings to suspend or disqualify that individual from acting in a representational capacity before us. We may file charges seeking such sanctions when we have evidence that a representative:
(a)
Does not meet the qualifying requirements described in § 404.1705 ;
(b)
Has violated the affirmative duties or engaged in the prohibited actions set forth in § 404.1740 ;
(c)
Has been convicted of a violation under section 206 of the Act;
(d)
Has been, by reason of misconduct, disbarred or suspended from any bar or court to which he or she was previously admitted to practice (see § 404.1770(a) ); or
(e)
Has been, by reason of misconduct, disqualified from participating in or appearing before any Federal program or agency (see § 404.1770(a) ).
Code of Federal Regulations
[63 FR 41416, Aug. 4, 1998, as amended at 71 FR 2876, Jan. 18, 2006]