The Chief's signature date is the authorized date of the investigation. The authority to approve PIs and SCIs may be redelegated except when a money laundering violation is concerned. See 1.4.2 and 1.4.3. The authority to approve GIs and SSIs cannot be redelegated. Investigations involving money laundering violations can only be approved by the Chief.
Chiefs have the authority to authorize the discontinuance of all types of criminal investigations.
The Chief requests approval in writing from CI Headquarters for permission to initiate an investigation when an open investigation of an individual or entity already exists. The Chief is responsible to see that the Special Agent profile is accurate and updated as needed. District Directors District Directors must approve all GIs involving sensitive individuals and entities such as clergy, politicians, attorneys, and accountants. Forms 4930 and 4930A data should be input upon receipt. Form 5043 data should be input on the first or second workday of the following month.