Number: RL31246
Title: Independent Counsel Law Expiration and the Appointment of "Special Counsels"
Authors: Jack Maskell, American Law Division 
Abstract: The provisions of federal law governing the appointments of "independent counsels" expired on June 30, 1999. The Attorney General issues regulations for the Department of Justice on July 9, 1999, providing for the procedures, circumstances, and conditions relative to the appointment of and the conduct of investigations and prosecutions by "special counsels," who would be appointed personally by the Attorney General within his or her own discretion.
Pages: 14
Date: Updated January 15, 2002