AR 600-32 — Conduct Between Soldiers Of Different Grades
AR 600-32 governs Army policy on relationships between Soldiers of different grades and relationships involving recruits and trainees.
- Publication number: AR 600-32
- Title: CONDUCT BETWEEN SOLDIERS OF DIFFERENT GRADES
- Date: 09/16/2024
- Proponent: G-1
- Status: ACTIVE
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AR 600-32 addresses conduct between Soldiers of different grades, recruiting and entry-level training relationships, and prohibited activities. It establishes restrictions on dating, shared living accommodations, business relationships, and inappropriate relations, with violations subject to UCMJ or administrative action.
Applies to: This regulation applies to all relationships between Soldiers, regardless of grade or grade differences, as is intended to prevent any actual or perception of impropriety that may arise during interpersonal interactions.
Topics covered
- Conduct between Soldiers of different grades
- Recruiting relationships
- Entry-level training relationships
- Prohibited activities
- Undue familiarity
- Fraternization
- Business relationships
- Internal control evaluation
Questions and answers
What problems can relationships between Soldiers of different grades create?
Soldiers must remain aware that relationships between Soldiers of different grades may lead to perceptions of favoritism or influence. (paragraph 2-1)
When are relationships between Soldiers of different grades prohibited?
The appearance of impropriety can be as damaging to morale and discipline as actual misconduct. (paragraph 2-1)
What business relationships are prohibited between officers and enlisted personnel?
Ongoing business relationships between officers and enlisted personnel, or NCOs and junior enlisted Soldiers. (paragraph 2-2)
Are dating and intimate relationships between officers and enlisted Soldiers prohibited?
Dating, shared living accommodations other than those directed by operational requirements, and intimate or sexual relationships between officers and enlisted personnel, or NCOs and junior enlisted Soldiers. (paragraph 2-2)
How long do recruiting and entry-level training prohibitions apply?
The prohibitions prescribed in this paragraph apply from the first contact between a recruit and recruiter through entry-level training and for 6 months after the trainee completes entry-level training. (paragraph 3-1)