we WW 55072 Doold: 32989529 Page 1650 A. . ; . SECTIQRS?. INVESTIGATIONS OF suave . 87B-C ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS Copies Furnish 5 copies of reports and LHMs except where instructed other- wise in individual cases. Closing of case If it is determined subject organization is not currently engaged in subversive activities, submit pertinent facts in closing report. INVESTIGATION OF INDIVIDUALS General policy ae ‘De Ce d. Purpose To develop evidence of any violations of the statutes enumerated in Ae 1. above and keep the Department and other agencies and.officials of Executive Branch advised of information developed which pertains to their areas of responsibility and interest. Individuals to be investigated Investigations should be conducted to fully identify and determine the activities and affiliations of persons who: Are reported to be engaged in activities which may result in a violation of statutes enumerated in Ae 1. abovee This includes individuals who are current active members of subversive organization or movement. Where formal membership in a subversive movement does not exist, it includes individuals who are actively supporting the subversive goals of the movement. Priority investigative attention should be given to individuals who are known or suspected of being involved in subversive activities which are of a clandestine, underground, or violent nature. Limitations on investigations All investigations conducted should avoid nebulous or sweeping inquiries which are not relevant to objectives. Under no circumstances should an investigation be conducted of any individual merely on the basis that such individual supports unpopular causes or opposes Government policies. Investigations requiring FBIHQ approval Obtain FBIHQ approval for investigation of: (1) U. S. Government employee ; (2) Officials or employees of United Nations or other public . international organizations of a governmental or quasi- governmental nature. '€3) Officials or employees of foreign diplomatic establishments or governments. (4) Faculty members of institutions of learning. -FBIHQ approval is not required for investigation of student or nonacademic employees of institutions of learning in the absence of unusual circumstances. If. during a pending investigation it. is discovered that the subject fits one of above categories, “suspend active investigation and advise FBIHQ with recommendation as to further action. Members of United States armed forces No investigation should be conducted of active or retired members of United States military forces. If it is determined that a subject fits in this category, terminate investigation and promptly furnish pertinent data to appropriate counterintelligence branch of United States armed forcese Advise FBTHQ in form suitable for dissemination. - 9 9~13~73
TS eee an" Raves a ¢ . ~ a ‘ “ SECTION™O7. INVESTIGATIONS OF suevens ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS Investigative procedures —_— Scope of investigation. Data concerning the following items should be developed and reported, if pertinent: . (1) Background information, including (a) True name and aliases. (b) Date and place of birth. [Where practicable, verify through appropriate bureau of vital statistics or birth registrar. (c) Residences, past and present. (d) Occupations and employments, past and present. (e) Citizenship status; where applicable, naturalization data. (f) Family background. If available, include identities of immediate family and any information indicating they are employed in sensitive positions or by U. S. Government. member of immediate family is known to be engaged in sub- versive activities, include succinct resume. (g) Military records, including any service in foreign forces. (h) Educational background. (i) Arrest record and disposition of charges. (j) Physical description. Make reasonable effort to secure ' photograph. (k) Handwriting and/or handprinting specimens should be obtained, if readily available, and kept in case file. Special efforts should be made to secure such specimens with regard to leaders of subversive groups and they should be furnished to FBIHQ by letter for attention of FBI Laboratory to be included in National Security File. (2) Subversive activities and affiliations, including . . LT -(a) Information concerning membership in subversive movements, organizations or front groups, date and circumstances of admission, positions held, and participation in activities of organization (e.g., attendance at meetings or other functions, fund-raising or recruitment efforts on behalf of organization, contributions, etc.) (b) Statements made or other factors which indicate awareness of the subversive nature of group, including involvement in underground operations, and/or in any other illegal or violent actions promoted by organization or movement. 4 tahiti Aeiein he 2 ee sates I. (c) Information tending to show subject's importance in subversive movement or organization, e.g., degree of influence and leadership exercised, close association with national or local leaders, participation in policy decisions. Investigative steps rs The following steps should be considered, but are not all inclusive. (1) File reviews. Office indices should be checked. Any pertinent ‘information developed should be included in initial report. Where logical, check files of other field offices and/or FBIHQ. (2) Public source material. Make full use of public records and public sources of information, including hearings of congressional or other Government committees both state and Federal, and publications, including those issued by subversive groups. (3) Check of files of other government agencies, both Federal and local, which could logically be expected to have pertinent information. . Dooid: 32989525 Page 41851 10 9~13-~73 AT RET, LONI L inet MNase Sin, Wren NES A vaste Fee ee cUaies Sratramnepeurs ee ene has ~
t - * \ sxcr.@s7- INVESTIGATIONS OF susven@ez ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS (4) Records of private firms. Obtain pertinent available information } ; from records of private firms such as past or present employers. Checks of credit agencies should be limited to securing identifying information only. (5) Contacts with neighbors and fellow employees. Such inquiries should be made only where there is expectation they wiil develop pertinent information not otherwise available. (6) Canvass of established sources arid informants. Contact informants and sources in position to be knowledgeable concerning subversive groups with which subject is affiliated. (7) . Physical and photographic surveillances. These should be considered on selective basis when circumstances indicate they may be productive. Ce Interviews of subjects (1) Policy f Subjects of investigation should be interviewed[unless there is a sound basis for not doing so-] Generally, interviews should be considered after background inquiries have been completed and a good picture of subject's activities developed. If a decision not to interview a subject is made, this should be fully explained in case file and FBIHQ advised whenever FBIHQ _ 4s cognizant-of investigation. (2) - Purpose 4 To develop information regarding subversive activities in which the subject is engaged. . (3) Approval to interview : All interviews of subjects may be approved by SAC except following . instances which require FBIHQ approval: [ ; (a) [Deleted] (b) When subject is nationally prominent or where circumstances . ; otherwise indicate the interview could be widely publicized, Fi such as labor leaders, educators, religious leaders or , journalists. (c) When interview is to be conducted in presence of subject's . attorney and/or aide. (d) When subject is connected with institution of learning. (4) Letter requesting FBIHQ approval to interview subject (a) Letter should concisely set out available data concerning following items: I. Residence address, employment, race, date and place of birth, citizenship and any health factors which could affect conduct of interview. II. Marital status, employment and citizenship of spouse. III. Succinct summary of subject's subversive activities, membership of affiliation with subversive groups, and- . . . ; positions held. ” Iv. Similar summary regarding spouse's affiliation with | subversive activities. ; V. Similar summary concerning subversive activities on part of close relatives. os . VI. Resume of subject's current sympathies and status in | yO So , . subversive movement or organization and any indication ; | of disaffection. ) li 9-13-73 1 1 age fs 23 . meets 7 Roy BONR TALS PSE LARCH ANRC EN In4R RINT HER Bh Pu ean be Lopes na RHINE HOt 9 eteoNt Rote HTIVEEDE AND MU VAY Ai7 6 NWA, SEO MORRIE OP PS HF ne pet OPTRA MONIES 2A KO OMIT PATA PEALID TITY OMNIA! FIAT tS me TOR Se COMP SP WW 55072 Docld: 32589525 Page 1852
~ + \ i 87C _ SECTION 87. INVESTIGATION OF SUBVERSIVE co ; ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS information indicating a propensity for violence. VII. Subject's arrest record and disposition of charges; any ) VIII. What is expected to be gained by interview? - List above items by number but headings need not be restated. ; If no pertinent data is available concerning a particular item, so indicate. (b) Submit one copy of letter and additional copy of first page only which can be returned by FBIHQ stamped "Approved." (5) If interview not conducted within 60 days, submit letter advising . FBIHQ: (a) Reason interview not conducted. (b) Any new information pertinent to desirability of interview. (c) Whether efforts to interview subject will be pursued. There~ after, keep FBIHQ advised at least each 60 days as to progress . . of matter. (6) Conduct of interview. (a) Interviews of subjects entitled to the warning and waiver shall be conducted in accordance with the requirements set forth in Volume I, Manual of Instructions, Section 2B, page 15. If the interview is being conducted for intelligence information rather than an admission or confession of guilt, no warning is required. Moreover, if the investigation has failed to develop information indicating a possible violation of Federal law by the subject, it would be , permissible to interview the subject without a warning as he does not fit the criteria of those entitled to a warning of rights. Carefully plan interview so there will be no compromise of sources, sensitive techniques or interviewing personnel. An overriding consideration to always bear in mind is that interview should elicit from, not provide information to the subject. .€b) Interview at subjectts place of employment should be - avoided if possible. If attorney or aide is present during . interview, interview must be conducted by two Agents. (c). If, during conduct of interview subject desires that his attorney or aide be present, the interview should be tact- fully terminated, and FBIHQ should be informed with recommen-~ dation whether or not to resume interview. Cd) In all other instances, SAC has responsibility and option of deciding when two Agents should handle interview. Safety of Agents is first priority to consider. (7) Direction of subject's activities. Prior FBIHQ approval is required before taking any steps to direct the subject's activities even though he may appear to be cooperative during the interview. (8) Reporting results of interview. : Record results of interview on FD~302. Cb) Pertinent results of interview should be included in next report or LHM unless circumstances indicate need for more expeditious reporting. In cover letter or administrative pages, include observations of interviewing Agents as to . subject's cooperativeness, any relevant information concerning subject's appearance or characteristics, and assessment of information developed by interview in light of other data known to your office. t u . " ra EARLE SN TET ET OEM EELS ONE RTE MERCH TFE ET IRATE CLFTE RL. PUPPET THE AUTOR MOMT MELT L PE  Tel oN EMT A EW ne OED FAM Sette EME pO RN REL UTHER TOR ETD CUA eee sanrepanemmreoera cnn prone eeteseint map mnieeroanrmmneny patina rn rg preggo egan tion oregon rome gen nen eon pn usenen pangiretn naan parr fern men rane pena fetmeenfearaiguaeee, temenin gettin fantom geri peaninpaartny Remon fete en fetanin FO finan, peggy =r Nad | NW 55072 Docld:32989599. Page 1853 12 . a 472 ; . . Cb ote « clert is Da Prk ts bi Sect arr tAat e