DEA Confidential Informant Management 2

Question 1

Under DEA policy, how frequently must a handler conduct a face-to-face review meeting with an active Confidential Source (CS)?

Accepted Answer

Every 90 days

Answer

DEA policy requires handlers to conduct a face-to-face review with active Confidential Sources at least every 90 days to assess performance, safety, and ongoing suitability.

Question 2

Which DEA form is used to document the initial establishment and opening of a Confidential Source file?

Accepted Answer

DEA-512

Answer

DEA Form 512 is the Confidential Source Agreement and Establishment form used to officially open a CS file and document the informant's rights and obligations.

Question 3

When a Confidential Source requests to work undercover in a role that places them in direct physical danger, the handler must obtain approval from at minimum which level?

Accepted Answer

Special Agent in Charge (SAC)

Answer

Operations placing a CS in direct physical danger require SAC-level approval due to the elevated risk and liability involved.

Question 4

A CS provides information about a drug trafficking organization but insists on anonymity from the prosecuting AUSA. What is the handler's correct course of action?

Accepted Answer

Advise the CS that the AUSA may ultimately need to know the identity if the case proceeds to prosecution

Answer

Handlers must advise CS assets that while identities are protected when possible, prosecution may ultimately require disclosure, and no absolute guarantee of anonymity can be made.

Question 5

Which of the following would most likely result in the IMMEDIATE deactivation of a Confidential Source?

Accepted Answer

CS is found to have fabricated information provided to the DEA

Answer

Fabricating information is a fundamental breach of trust and integrity that mandates immediate deactivation and may result in criminal charges against the CS.

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DEA Confidential Informant Management 2