Legal Aspects of Defense Support of Civil Authorities (LADSCA) (MASL P176042)

The three-week LADSCA course promotes Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) that is consistent with democratic rule of law, protection of human rights and reasonable use of force.  It will cover different aspects of military support to and cooperation with civil authorities (i.e., law enforcement, disaster relief, border security, counter-trafficking and combating armed gangs) and other domestic operations.  LADSCA will also cover legal, operational, and policy aspects of rules of engagement and rules for the use of force.

The objective is to promote the responsible and effective use of defense resources in support of civilian police and emergency response authorities and to enhance the capability of partner nations to plan for and receive humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HA/DR) from the United States and other donor nations.

This course will be presented by experienced U.S. and international practitioners who will relate their experience and best practices for a variety of emergency situations.

Participants visit New York City, where they have an opportunity to meet with United Nations and local civil authorities experts.  They will also take part in cultural familiarization activities in Newport, RI and New York City under the DIILS Field Studies Program (FSP).

Recommended Attendees:

• Military planners and staff officers
• Military legal advisors.
• Parliamentary staff
• Military commanders
• Civilian emergency response personnel who liaison with the military.

Course Focus:

• Comparative legal and constitutional basis for military support of civil authorities.
• International agreements that provide a legal basis for international HA/DR assistance.
• Use of Force rules and human rights protection.
• Case studies related to counter terrorism, detention, counter drug operations, maritime law enforcement operations, security for special events and response to civil disturbance.
• Battlefield forensics in support of detention operations and criminal prosecution.

2017 Course Dates:  24 July - 10 August, participants should plan to arrive on 19 July and depart on 11 August.

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