USAFE-AFAFRICAI31-203 — Armed Forces Disciplinary Control Board, Europe, And Off-limits Procedures For Firms, Establishments, Organizations, And Areas In The United States European Command

USAFE-AFAFRICAI31-203 governs Armed Forces disciplinary control boards and off-limits sanctions in Europe, Africa, USEUCOM, and USAFRICOM.

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  • Publication number: USAFE-AFAFRICAI31-203
  • Title: ARMED FORCES DISCIPLINARY CONTROL BOARD, EUROPE, AND OFF-LIMITS PROCEDURES FOR FIRMS, ESTABLISHMENTS, ORGANIZATIONS, AND AREAS IN THE UNITED STATES EUROPEAN COMMAND
  • Date: 2025-08-11

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It covers board formation, causes and procedures for off-limits action, regional authority, administrative hearings, sanction removal, and enforcement. It requires commanders to consider legal and political limits, seek host nation assistance, and follow restrictions on off-limits actions.

Applies to: This publication applies to members of the U.S. Forces who have status under the NATO Status of Forces Agreement and their command sponsored Family members and to contractors in the USEUCOM and USAFRICOM areas of responsibility.

Topics covered

  • Armed Forces disciplinary control boards
  • Off-limits sanctions
  • Administrative hearings
  • Host nation assistance
  • Off-limits action causes
  • Regional off-limits authority
  • Off-limits sanction removal
  • Off-limits enforcement

Questions and answers

What must commanders do before imposing off-limits sanctions for adverse conditions?

Request assistance from host nation (HN) civilian law enforcement, health, and other authorities to correct adverse conditions before enforcing off-limits sanctions. (paragraph 6)

Can commanders use threats or force against proprietors during off-limits actions?

Not use threats or force to influence proprietors. (paragraph 6)

What confirmation is required before off-limits action based on unsanitary conditions?

Unsanitary conditions must be confirmed by HN health and licensing officials before off-limits actions may be taken. (paragraph 6)

Can discriminatory areas or establishments receive immediate off-limits sanctions?

Not take immediate off-limits sanctions against areas, firms, establishments, individuals, or organizations that are discriminatory. (paragraph 6)

What must commanders do about adverse practices?

Report adverse practices to the local AFDCB, which will advise the garrison or wing commander about off-limits sanctions. (paragraph 6)

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