If, after consultation, the originating component does not object to disclosure and the attorney in charge of the case or matter determines that disclosure is appropriate under 28 C.F.R. 16.26(a) and not barred by any factor set forth in 28 C.F.R. 16.26(b), the attorney is empowered to authorize the disclosure without seeking any further approval. 28 C.F.R. 16.24(b).

[updated April 2018]