AR 195-3 — The Criminal Investigation Command Special Agent Program
AR 195-3 governs the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command Special Agent Program, including selection, training, accreditation, and release.
- Publication number: AR 195-3
- Title: THE CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION COMMAND SPECIAL AGENT PROGRAM
- Date: 01/19/2017
- Proponent: CID
- Status: ACTIVE
View AR 195-3 on armypubs.army.mil
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AR 195-3 covers personnel classification, character traits, qualification standards, disqualification factors, waivers, applications, and accreditation. It requires standards for entry and continued eligibility, establishes a one-year apprentice period, and specifies criminal investigation accreditation file controls.
Topics covered
- USACIDC Special Agent Program
- Special agent acceptance and accreditation
- Personnel classification
- Qualification standards
- Disqualification factors
- Lautenberg Amendment requirements
- Criminal investigation accreditation files
Questions and answers
What happens if an applicant does not provide all requested information?
Although furnishing the information is voluntary, failure to furnish all or part of the information may result in a delay in processing the application or denial of entrance in the CID Special Agent Program. (paragraph 2-1)
What background screening is required for enlisted CID special agent applicants?
A complete background check will be conducted during the initial screening and chain-of-command interviews (first line supervisor to company commander or equivalent) to determine suitability. (paragraph 2-1)
What evaluations must CID special agent applicants pass?
Applicants will be required to pass a complete physical and psychological evaluation and maintain eligibility for a Top Secret clearance; otherwise, the application process will be terminated. (paragraph 2-1)
What character traits are required of USACIDC special agents?
Basic character traits of honesty, courtesy, tact, cooperation, personal appearance, and bearing are important factors required of USACIDC special agents. (paragraph 6)
What Lautenberg Amendment form must military and civilian agent applicants complete?
Per DoDD 5210.56, all military and civilian agents applicants will complete DD Form 2760 (Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition), certifying they do not have a qualify conviction under the Lautenberg Amendment. (paragraph 2-2)