TC 8-250 — Behavioral Science Support For Detainee Operations And Intelligence Interrogations
TC 8-250 governs behavioral science consultation supporting Army and joint intelligence, detention, and detainee operations.
- Publication number: TC 8-250
- Title: BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE SUPPORT FOR DETAINEE OPERATIONS AND INTELLIGENCE INTERROGATIONS
- Date: 03/15/2023
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
View TC 8-250 on armypubs.army.mil
It covers behavioral science support roles, operational concepts, essential tasks, detention and intelligence applications, and ethical and legal responsibilities. It also sets personnel selection, initial and refresher training, assignment, and feedback requirements.
Topics covered
- Behavioral science support
- Detainee operations
- Intelligence interrogations
- Behavioral science consultation
- Ethical principles and legal responsibilities
- Suspected abuse reporting
- BSS training requirements
- Personnel assignments
Questions and answers
Who must attend formal initial BSS training?
Personnel assigned to BSS duties must attend a formal initial training course, conducted by the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, prior to unit assignment as a BSC or BSCT. (paragraph 5-2)
How often is BSS refresher training required?
After completion of the formal initial training course and assignment to a unit as a BSC or BSCT, BSS personnel must complete refresher training at least every five years thereafter. (paragraph 5-2)
Can BSS personnel supervise or direct detention operations?
Although BSS personnel may observe, assess, and consult on detainee operations, they will not be used as medical monitors or safety officers on, nor supervise or direct, those operations. (paragraph 3-2)
What must BSS personnel do when they suspect detainee abuse?
Behavioral science support personnel who observe or suspect possible violations of applicable standards will carefully document and report those circumstances to the chain of command. (paragraph 3-63)
Is assignment to the BSS role voluntary?
Assignment to the BSS role is voluntary. (paragraph 5-4)