Title 5
SECTION 839.602
839.602 What if I don't make an election
§ 839.602 What if I don't make an election?(a) If your qualifying retirement coverage error was not previously corrected and you fail to make an election within the time limit under § 839.611(a), your retirement coverage is summarized in the following chart:
| If you are in: | And you belong in: | You are considered to have elected: |
|---|---|---|
| CSRS or CSRS Offset | FERS | CSRS Offset. |
| FERS | CSRS, CSRS Offset or Social Security-Only | FERS. |
| CSRS or CSRS Offset | Social Security-Only | CSRS Offset. |
(b) If your qualifying retirement coverage error was previously corrected and you fail to make an election within the time limit under § 839.611(b), you are considered to have elected to remain in your current retirement plan.