AR 195-6 — Department Of The Army Polygraph Activities
AR 195-6 governs Department of the Army polygraph use, examination authority, and procedures for polygraph programs.
- Publication number: AR 195-6
- Title: DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY POLYGRAPH ACTIVITIES
- Date: 04/21/2016
- Proponent: CID
- Status: ACTIVE
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It addresses criminal investigation polygraphs, examination requests, examiner conduct, rooms, reports, records, equipment, research, waivers, and certification. It requires approval before examinations, certified examiners, written consent in criminal investigations, and controlled release of results.
Topics covered
- Department of the Army polygraph programs
- Criminal investigation polygraphs
- Polygraph examination requests
- Polygraph examination rooms
- Polygraph records
- Polygraph equipment
- Polygraph examiner certification
Questions and answers
Can someone face adverse action for refusing a criminal investigation polygraph?
For criminal investigations, no adverse action will be taken against persons refusing or unwilling to be examined by polygraph. Other investigation, as appropriate, may continue following the person's refusal to be examined by polygraph. (paragraph 1-6)
What form is required to request a polygraph examination?
The investigative element requesting approval to conduct a polygraph examination will submit a completed DA Form 2805 (Polygraph Examination Authorization) (refer to http://www.apd.army.mil/productmaps/eforms/daforms.aspx for further details) to the concerned person. (paragraph 2-1)
Which outside polygraph examinations can be used in official DOD proceedings?
Only polygraph examinations conducted by Federal agencies or conforming to DOD standards will be used in official DOD proceedings. (paragraph 2-2)
Who may conduct an independent polygraph examination?
Only certified polygraph examiners will conduct independent polygraph examinations. (paragraph 2-2)
What consent is required for a criminal investigation polygraph?
Voluntary consent in writing on DA Form 2801 (Polygraph Examination Statement of Consent) must be obtained from the person being examined if connected with a criminal investigation ((refer to http://www.apd.army.mil/product-maps/eforms/daforms.aspx for further details)). (paragraph 2-2)