AR 381-10 — The Conduct And Oversight Of U.s. Army Intelligence Activities
AR 381-10 governs the conduct, oversight, and reporting requirements for Army intelligence and intelligence-related activities.
- Publication number: AR 381-10
- Title: THE CONDUCT AND OVERSIGHT OF U.S. ARMY INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES
- Date: 01/27/2023
- Proponent: G-2
- Status: ACTIVE
View AR 381-10 on armypubs.army.mil
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It addresses individual conduct, questionable intelligence activities, significant or highly sensitive matters, and Federal crimes. It requires reporting, legal review, and compliance with applicable laws, directives, and intelligence policies.
Topics covered
- Army intelligence activities
- Intelligence oversight
- Questionable intelligence activities
- Significant or highly sensitive matters
- Federal crime reporting
- Special collection techniques
- U.S. person information
Questions and answers
What rules must Army personnel follow during intelligence activities?
All Army personnel will conduct intelligence activities in accordance with applicable laws, EOs, Presidential directives, and DoD and Army policies. (paragraph 3-1)
Can intelligence capabilities and databases be used for other purposes?
Are prohibited from using their access to intelligence capabilities and databases for purposes other than to support an authorized intelligence activity or other official DoD mission. (paragraph 3-2)
Can personnel investigate U.S. persons to monitor First Amendment activities?
May not investigate U.S. persons or collect or maintain information about them solely for the purpose of monitoring activities protected by the First Amendment or the lawful exercise of other rights secured by the Constitution or laws of the United States. (paragraph 3-2)
When must a questionable intelligence activity or significant or highly sensitive matter be reported?
Whenever in doubt as to whether an activity should be reported under this chapter, the activity must be reported for resolution. (paragraph 4-1)
How soon must an Army questionable intelligence activity receive a written report?
Army intelligence elements or employees must provide a written report of an Army QIA occurring as part of an intelligence or intelligence-related activity conducted under the authority of the SECARMY within 5 days of discovery through the Army chain of command to TIG, Army SIOO, and AIOPM. (paragraph 4-3)