MCO 5580.7 — U.s. Marine Corps Criminal Investigation Division (usmc Cid)

MCO 5580.7 governs the organization, training, employment, capabilities, equipment, and facilities of USMC CID.

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  • Publication number: MCO 5580.7
  • Title: U.S. MARINE CORPS CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DIVISION (USMC CID)
  • Date: 24 Aug 2021
  • Proponent: 05000 General Admin & Management
  • Status: New

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It defines USMC CID as the criminal investigative arm of installation Provost Marshals Offices and Marine Corps Police Departments. It establishes requirements for agents, interview rooms, evidence facilities, investigations, and forensic operations.

Applies to: This Order is applicable to the Marine Corps Total Force.

Topics covered

  • USMC CID missions and capabilities
  • Criminal investigative authority
  • USMC CID agent requirements
  • Interview room standards
  • Evidence facility security
  • Firearms and ammunition storage
  • Forensic operations
  • Investigation termination procedures

Questions and answers

What investigative support does USMC CID provide to installation tenant commands?

USMC CID provides general criminal investigative support of installation tenant commands for all law and order and military justice operations. (paragraph 4)

What security clearance is required for a USMC CID Agent?

Possess a Top-Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility as determined by a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI). (paragraph 2)

What training must a USMC CID Agent successfully complete?

Successfully complete the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Division Special Agent Course (CIDSAC) or the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) Criminal Investigation Training Program (CITP). (paragraph 2)

What recording systems are authorized for USMC CID interview rooms?

The systems will be closed circuit wired systems, and wireless systems are not authorized. (paragraph 2)

What notice must CID Offices post in waiting rooms and outside interview rooms?

Each CID Office will post the following notice in waiting rooms and outside of interview rooms: “Notice: All persons are subject to audio and visual recording while in this facility.” (paragraph 2)

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