Which manual governs sworn affidavits or oaths?

Which manual governs sworn affidavits or oaths?

• A. JAGMAN
• B. Oath Manual
• C. DoD 5200
• D. Uniform Code of Military Justice

Answer: (A)

Sworn affidavits or oaths in military investigations are governed by the Judge Advocate General's Manual. This publication sets out how investigations are conducted, including the proper procedures for obtaining sworn statements, who can administer oaths, and how affidavits must be recorded and preserved to be admissible in inquiry and potential proceedings. It ensures statements are obtained consistently, legally, and with proper authentication. The other references don’t cover the procedural handling of affidavits: DoD 5200 focuses on security programs, not oath procedures; the Uniform Code of Military Justice deals with crimes and penalties rather than the administrative process of taking sworn statements; and an Oath Manual isn’t the standard DoD instruction used for this purpose.

Sworn affidavits or oaths in military investigations are governed by the Judge Advocate General's Manual. This publication sets out how investigations are conducted, including the proper procedures for obtaining sworn statements, who can administer oaths, and how affidavits must be recorded and preserved to be admissible in inquiry and potential proceedings. It ensures statements are obtained consistently, legally, and with proper authentication.

The other references don’t cover the procedural handling of affidavits: DoD 5200 focuses on security programs, not oath procedures; the Uniform Code of Military Justice deals with crimes and penalties rather than the administrative process of taking sworn statements; and an Oath Manual isn’t the standard DoD instruction used for this purpose.