MCRP 2-10A.2 — Counterintelligence And Human Intelligence

MCRP 2-10A.2 governs counterintelligence and human intelligence operations, including planning, execution, security, and training.

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  • Publication number: MCRP 2-10A.2
  • Title: COUNTERINTELLIGENCE AND HUMAN INTELLIGENCE
  • Date: 3 Feb 2025
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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It covers doctrinal fundamentals, equipment, command and control, communications and information systems support, planning, execution, security, and training. Detailed information on CI/HUMINT operations and tactics, techniques, and procedures is classified and beyond the publication’s scope.

Applies to: Personnel who provide support to CI/HUMINT or who use the results from these operations should also read this publication.

Topics covered

  • Counterintelligence fundamentals
  • Human intelligence fundamentals
  • CI/HUMINT equipment programs
  • CI/HUMINT organizations
  • Command and control support relationships
  • Planning, coordination, authorities, and permissions
  • Counterintelligence activities

Questions and answers

What authority does the DIRINT have for Marine Corps counterintelligence?

The DIRINT is the principal advisor to the Commandant of the Marine Corps for counterintelligence and intelligence matters. (paragraph 2)

What must an investigating element identify in an investigative report?

Identify the unit or organization that conducted the investigative activity (e.g., operations support platoon, CI/HUMINT support company, MCIA). (paragraph 5)

How must investigative results be reported?

Provide a detailed account in an organized and chronological manner of the results of the investigative action. (paragraph 3)

What must a report's disposition section include?

Identify the status of the investigation and distribution of this report, to include all copies of both the report and enclosures. (paragraph 5)

How should recommendations to correct security hazards be listed?

List recommendations to correct security hazards as they appear in paragraph 4; reference the paragraph for clarity. (paragraph 5)

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