Form HA-85. Request to Withdraw a Hearing Request

Form HA-85 - Request to Withdraw a Hearing Request serves as a request to withdraw a previously submitted hearing request. The primary purpose is to allow individuals to voluntarily withdraw their request for a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge in Social Security benefit cases.

For instance, if a claimant has requested a hearing but decides they no longer wish to pursue it, they would use this form. The form's purpose is to provide a formal request to withdraw the hearing request, allowing the claimant to halt the process without proceeding to a hearing.

The parties involved are the claimant and the Social Security Administration. The form typically includes sections for the claimant's personal information and the reason for the withdrawal. It is important for individuals to understand the implications of withdrawing their hearing request and ensure the form is filed in a timely manner if they choose to do so.