Disciplinary Appeal Letter
A disciplinary appeal letter is a formal document written by an employee to challenge and request a review of a disciplinary action taken against them by their employer.
Free Disciplinary Appeal Letter Template
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DISCIPLINARY APPEAL LETTER
Date: [Date]
From: [Your full name] Employee ID: [If applicable] Department: [Department]
To: [Appeal manager / HR director name] [Company name] [Company address]
Dear [Name],
RE: Appeal Against Disciplinary Decision — [Date of disciplinary hearing]
I am writing to formally appeal against the disciplinary decision made on [Date], in which I received [a written warning / final warning / dismissal / other sanction].
1. Grounds for Appeal
I believe the decision is unfair for the following reasons:
- The procedure was not followed correctly
- The evidence did not support the decision
- The sanction was disproportionate
- New evidence has come to light
- [ ] [Other grounds]
2. Details
[Explain each ground in detail. Reference specific facts, dates, and any procedural errors.]
3. New Evidence (if applicable)
[Describe any new evidence that was not available at the original hearing.]
4. Requested Outcome
I request that:
- The sanction be overturned entirely
- The sanction be reduced to [specify]
- A new hearing be held with [specify any changes]
5. Supporting Documents
I have enclosed the following:
- [List any supporting documents, witness statements, or records]
I am available to attend an appeal hearing at a mutually convenient time and look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
[Your name] [Your signature]
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