DAFI 51-205 — index record
| Number | DAFI 51-205 |
|---|---|
| Title | DELIVERY OF PERSONNEL TO UNITED STATES CIVILIAN AUTHORITIES FOR TRIAL AND CRIMINAL JURISDICTION OVER CIVILIANS AND DEPENDENTS NOT IN THE UNITED STATES |
| Published | January 19, 2023 |
| Certified current | January 19, 2023 |
| Office of primary responsibility | AF/JA |
| Issued by | Headquarters, Department of the Air Force |
| Status on the index | Current |
| Last index action | Rewrite, January 19, 2023 |
| Source index | Air Force e-Publishing |
| Index last read | October 20, 2026 |
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Purpose, in the publication’s words
This instruction implements Department of the Air Force Policy Directive (DAFPD) 51-2, Military Justice and Other Criminal Proceedings and is consistent with the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), 18 United States Code (U.S.C.) Section 3261. It establishes procedures for making military members, civilian personnel, and dependents available to U.S. civilian authorities pursuant to a warrant or other valid court order; provides procedures for notice and training under 18 U.S.C. §§ 3261-3267, Military Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Act (MEJA); and outlines procedures for the exercise of Article 2(a)(10), UCMJ, jurisdiction over persons serving with or accompanying the armed forces during contingency operations. It applies to uniformed members of the Regular Air Force (RegAF), United States Space Force, Air Force Reserve (AFR) and Air National Guard (ANG) in Title 10 status, Department of the Air Force (DAF) civilian employees (including nonappropriated fund employees), and those who are contractually obligated to comply
Summary of changes, as printed
This document has been revised for clarity. Changes include inclusive references to the DAF where provisions apply equally to the Air Force and Space Force, and updates and corrections to applicable authorities. All templates have been removed from this instruction and can now be found only on the Virtual Military Justice Deskbook (VMJD). Section A—Procedures for Individuals Wanted by Federal, Tribal, State, or Local Authorities for Criminal Acts 1. Overview.
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