DAFPD71-1 — Criminal Investigations And Counterintelligence

DAFPD71-1 governs Department of the Air Force criminal investigations, counterintelligence, security, and investigative activities.

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  • Publication number: DAFPD71-1
  • Title: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS AND COUNTERINTELLIGENCE
  • Date: 2026-01-08

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DAFPD71-1 addresses threats to Department of the Air Force personnel and resources, criminal activity, civilian law enforcement cooperation, and counterintelligence. It requires thorough investigations, counterintelligence awareness and briefing programs, support to the U.S. Secret Service, and coordination of activities protecting critical program information.

Topics covered

  • Criminal investigations
  • Counterintelligence activities
  • Civilian law enforcement cooperation
  • Counterintelligence awareness briefings
  • U.S. Secret Service support
  • Critical program information

Questions and answers

How does DAFPD71-1 require the Department of the Air Force to handle criminal activity allegations?

Thoroughly investigate allegations of criminal activity involving DAF personnel and resources in accordance with (IAW) with DoDI 5505.03 and refer them to the appropriate authority for action. (paragraph 2)

What counterintelligence awareness program does DAFPD71-1 require?

Conduct, manage, and coordinate a counterintelligence (CI) awareness and briefing program. (paragraph 2)

What support must the Department of the Air Force provide to the U.S. Secret Service?

Support and provide information to the United States (US) Secret Service in executing its statutory protective responsibilities IAW DoDI 3025.19, Procedures for Sharing Information with and Providing Support to the U.S. Secret Service (USSS), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). (paragraph 2)

Who may delay, suspend, or terminate an investigation?

Only the SecAF may delay, suspend, or terminate an investigation, other than when an investigation is being conducted at the request of DoD OIG. (paragraph 1-20)

What must the Department of the Air Force do to counter significant threats?

The DAF must prioritize and then thoroughly counter all significant threats posed against it. (paragraph 1)

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