Disciplinary Letters inform employees of the consequences of their inappropriate behavior, in terms of both conduct and performance. They are used to document any employee misconduct or substandard work, which may then be used as evidence if legal action is taken against the employee. Disciplinary Letters should describe the issue and the corresponding action that will result from the violation, such as suspension or dismissal. In some cases, the letter can provide a warning to remind the employee about their expected standards of behavior, or outline a plan for improvement. Employees should take the contents of these letters seriously, as they form part of the employee’s permanent record.