38 CFR § 18.515 - Burden of proof.

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# 18.515 Burden of proof.

The burden of proving that an age distinction or other action falls within the exceptions outlined in §§ 18.513 and 18.514 is on the recipient of Federal financial assistance.

(Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6101-6107)