What is the purpose of Army Regulation AR 195-6?
Army Regulation AR 195-6 provides guidance and procedures for polygraph activities within the Department of the Army.

Which activities fall under the scope of AR 195-6?
AR 195-6 covers all polygraph activities conducted by military personnel, Army civilian employees, and contractors working on Army contracts.

Who is authorized to conduct polygraph examinations according to AR 195-6?
Polygraph examinations can only be conducted by individuals who are qualified and certified as polygraph examiners by a recognized polygraph organization.

What are the purposes for which polygraph examinations may be used in the Army?
Polygraph examinations may be used for criminal investigations, counterintelligence screening, personnel security screening, and specific law enforcement purposes.

Is anyone exempt from undergoing a polygraph examination?
Yes, certain individuals such as US citizens and officers of the Armed Forces acting in their official capacity are exempt from undergoing polygraph examinations unless otherwise required by law.

What are the guidelines for using polygraph tests during criminal investigations?
Polygraph tests may be used during criminal investigations based on the discretion of the investigating agency and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.

How are the results of polygraph examinations handled according to AR 195-6?
The results of polygraph examinations are treated as investigative information and must be protected accordingly. They may only be disclosed to individuals with a need-to-know consistent with the purpose for which the examination was conducted.

Can polygraph examinations be used as the sole basis for administrative action or disciplinary measures?
Polygraph examinations, as stated in AR 195-6, cannot be used as the sole basis for administrative action, disciplinary measures, or any other adverse personnel action.

What is the process for appealing the results of a polygraph examination?
Individuals who wish to appeal the results of a polygraph examination must follow the established procedures outlined in AR 195-6, which may involve providing additional information or requesting a reexamination.