### Question
How is the "suspension" defined?


### Answer
The term **suspension** is defined in *5 U.S.C. § 9201* as follows -

> given the term in section 7501.

#### Citation:
  - *5 U.S.C. § 9201*
  - Heading: **PART III-EMPLOYEES > Subpart H-Access to Criminal History Record Information > CHAPTER 92-PROHIBITION ON CRIMINAL HISTORY INQUIRIES PRIOR TO CONDITIONAL OFFER**

