What is the purpose of Army regulation AR 190-9?
The purpose of AR 190-9 is to provide policies and procedures for the Absentee Deserter Apprehension Program and the surrender of military personnel to civilian law enforcement agencies.

Who is responsible for implementing and enforcing AR 190-9?
The United States Army Provost Marshal General (PMG) is responsible for implementing and enforcing AR 190-9.

What is the Absentee Deserter Apprehension Program?
The Absentee Deserter Apprehension Program is a system designed to locate, apprehend, and return absentees and deserters to military control.

Under what circumstances can military personnel be surrendered to civilian law enforcement agencies?
Military personnel can be surrendered to civilian law enforcement agencies when required by law, authorized by competent military authority, or when necessary to protect the interests of the Department of Defense.

What steps should be taken if military personnel are arrested by civilian law enforcement agencies?
When military personnel are arrested by civilian law enforcement agencies, the arresting agency should be notified that the individual is a member of the armed forces, and the appropriate military authorities should be informed promptly.

Are there any circumstances where military personnel may not be surrendered to civilian law enforcement agencies?
Yes, military personnel may not be surrendered to civilian law enforcement agencies if such surrender would interfere with military operations or if it is determined to be against the best interest of the Department of Defense.

What actions should be taken if military personnel surrender themselves to civilian law enforcement agencies?
If military personnel surrender themselves to civilian law enforcement agencies, the appropriate military authorities should be informed promptly, and efforts should be made to assume custody of the individual as soon as possible.

What are the consequences for military personnel who desert the armed forces?
Military personnel who desert the armed forces may face disciplinary action, including but not limited to court-martial, imprisonment, and/or a dishonorable discharge.

How does AR 190-9 address the rights of service members who are subject to surrender to civilian law enforcement agencies?
AR 190-9 ensures that the rights of service members subject to surrender to civilian law enforcement agencies are protected and that they are afforded all appropriate due process rights.