Chapter 2
Chapter 2
Chapter 2
Chapter 2
Chapter 2
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What examples can be used as evidence?
Records, logs, documents, letters, diaries,video, or audio recordings, reports, photographs and statements. 0207 2-14 (B3)
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Where are reports sent to for security violations?
The reports are sent to CNO (N091). A-2-y.
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Who is responsible for initiating an investigation?
The CO 0203 2-7(B)
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Can a command request assistance from another command to do an investigation?
Yes, another command can be requested to assist in an investigation. 0205 2-10 (b)
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What are the ways a CO can formalize an investigation?
Letter, Verbal or Naval message. 0206 2-11 (a)
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How should graphic material be handled?
Graphic materials should be in a separate envelope and marked: "CAUTION CONTAINS GRAPHIC MATERIAL. VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED" 0207 2-14 (C)
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What statute covers Article 31(B)?
10 U.S.C. § 1219. 0212 2-32 (C)
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If a member is injured or dies during a permanent change of duty station, who is responsible for initiating the investigation?
The reporting command 0203 2-7(B)
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What information is needed when a command submits a request for assistance in an investigation?
Requests for assistance should contain all available information, such as time, place, and nature of the incident; full names, grades, and leave status of members; names and addresses of all known witnesses; and copies of all relevant statements, written evidence, or reports. 0205 2-10 (b)
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What are the elements of a Convening Authority?
(1) The elements of the Convening Authority are:Should recite the specific purposes of the investigation and contain explicit instructions about its scope.(2) Should require findings of fact that fully explain all the circumstances surrounding the event, who, what, where, how, when, why.(3) Should identity potential witnesses and sources of information, and otherwise provide such specifying the format in which the report will be submitted. Normally, a letter report supported by enclosures will be specific. (4) May assign certain issues, witnesses, or specific matters to individual members of the investigation if more than one investigating officer is appointed, and hold later meetings to review the information collected for completeness; (6) Should direct the investigating officer to seek the assistance of a judge advocate; (7) shall contain directions for complying with the privacy act, the health insurance portability and accountability act (HPAA) Article 31, UCMJ.(8) Shall direct, in applicable cases,investigators to coordinate the JAGMAN investigation with NCIS/Security personnel who may be conducting criminal investigations, requiring the report of any conflict to the CA for resolution. (9) Shall specify when the investigative report is due, normally within 30 calendar days; and (10) May not designate parties unless the investigation being convened is a Court of Inquiry. 0206 2-12 (C)
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Can a statement from a witness be taken verbatim or summarized?
Statements taken from a witness can be verbatim or summarized. 0207 2-15 (b)
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What statute covers Modification to survivor benefits plan program?
10 U.S.C. § 1448 (d). 0229 2-47 (a1)
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What happens to the evidence that is found during a preliminary inquiry?
It will be preserved by the investigating officer or in the Command General Administration and Management files in the event the CO later initiates an investigation. 0203 2-7 (C)
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If an incident occurs involving a service member from another Military Branch how is it handled?
The nearest command of the members parent branch shall be notified and requested to contact the cognizant authority. 0205 2-10 (d)
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What OPNAV form serves as the "Evidence/Property Custody Reciept?"
OPNAV Form 5580/22 0207 2-14 (B)
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What must occur before interviewing military personnel suspected of a crime?
Before an interview, military personnel suspected of a criminal offense must be advised of Article 31 of the UCMJ. 0207 2-15 (D1)
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What is the purpose of a preliminary inquiry?
Serves as an analytical tool to help a CO determine whether an investigation is warranted and, if so, how it should be conducted and is not intended to develop extensive findings of fact. 0203, 2-7 (A)
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When should a preliminary inquiry be completed?
Three calendar days after discovery. The CO may grant extensions if necessary. 0203 2-7 (E)
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Is an investigation required for a training or operational accident?
It is required; the senior CO in the chain of command of the organization involved will consider convening the investigation and appointing the investigating officer at that level. 0205 2-10 (E)
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When statements are taken orally from a witness what should be done with them by the investigators?
The statements should be reduced to writing and signed by the witness or certified by the investigator to be either an accurate summary or verbatim transcript. 0207 2-15 (B)
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Does a preliminary statement eliminate the necessity for findings of facts?
A preliminary statements does not eliminate the necessity for finding of facts. 0209 2-17 (D)
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Who should a CO discuss the findings and recommendations to?
The Judge Advocate 0203. 2-7 (A)
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What can complicate an investigation?
An investigation can be complicated due to: ~Premature appointment of a court of inquiry ~Failure to first ascertain the sequence of incident events ~Failure to identify essential witnesses can unnecessarily prolong and complicate subsequent proceedings. 0203- 2-8 (F)
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Do all incidents that occur require an investigation?
No, only if the CO concludes that further investigation would serve no useful purpose may decide not to conduct one. 0205 2-10 (d)
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Are civilians required to give statements?
No, civilians are not required to give a statement but may be asked to do so. 0207 2-15 (C)
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