letter of reprimand

Formal written censure

A letter of reprimand is a formal written statement from an employer, military commander, or other authority documenting misconduct or poor performance.

It serves as an official warning that becomes part of the recipient's permanent record: She received a letter of reprimand for violating the company's social media policy.

In military contexts, it can affect promotions and career advancement.

Related

written · misconduct · supervisor · HR · human resources · file · personnel file · documentation · corrective · corrective action · violation · employee · job performance · signature · policy · probation · final warning · insubordination

Opposites
disciplinary vs. commendatory documentation

letter of reprimandletter of recommendation

Written endorsement for applicants

performance bonus · merit award · employee of the month · promotion · termination

employment consequence spectrum

letter of reprimandtermination

Act of ending something

dismissal · firing · discharge · layoff · forced resignation

formal recognition type

letter of reprimandservice award

Honor for workplace longevity

Family

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Rated G