the Certifying Officer is presumed negligent
The recipient of the erroneous payment repays it to the Government.
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
third party and government
They bear no presumption of negligence and are only liable for the dollar value of the erroneous payment that is attributable to their actions.
A certifying officer's maximum level of pecuniary liability for erroneous payments is generally limited to the amount of the erroneous payment itself. This liability is typically capped at the amount that the certifying officer authorized or certified, unless there is evidence of gross negligence or willful misconduct. In cases of such misconduct, the officer may face greater liabilities. Specific limits may vary based on agency policies and applicable regulations.
$5,000.00 and twice the full amount of the erroneous payment
A certifying officer's maximum level of pecuniary liability for erroneous payments is typically limited to the amount of the erroneous payment or the salary of the employee at the time the improper payment was made, whichever is less. This liability can vary based on agency policy and specific circumstances.
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
negligent
The recipient of the erroneous payment repays it to the Government.
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
The Certifying Officer's commander or director
third party and government
A Certifying Officer's maximum level of pecuniary liability for erroneous payments is typically limited to the amount of the payment made. They could be held personally liable for the amount if they knowingly or negligently authorized a payment that was improper or not supported by adequate documentation.