What is the purpose of Army regulation AR 381-45?
The purpose of AR 381-45 is to provide guidance and procedures for the management, transfer, safeguarding, and disposal of U.S. Army intelligence and security records.

Who does Army regulation AR 381-45 apply to?
AR 381-45 applies to all U.S. Army personnel, military and civilian, involved in the maintenance, control, and use of Army intelligence and security records.

What is the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Records Repository?
The U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Records Repository is a centralized facility responsible for the retention, storage, and dissemination of U.S. Army intelligence and security records.

What types of records are covered by AR 381-45?
AR 381-45 covers all records, regardless of media, created or received by U.S. Army intelligence and security organizations in the performance of their functions, including classified, unclassified, and special category records.

How should records be transferred to the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Records Repository?
Records should be transferred to the repository in accordance with the procedures outlined in AR 381-45, ensuring proper packaging, labeling, and reporting requirements are met.

How long should records be retained in the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Records Repository?
The retention periods for records in the repository are outlined in the Army Records Information Management System (ARIMS), which specifies the duration based on the type of record.

Can access to records in the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Records Repository be restricted?
Yes, access to records in the repository can be restricted based on classification, sensitivity, or specific security requirements. Access restrictions are determined and enforced by the responsible security office.

How should records be disposed of from the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Records Repository?
Records should only be disposed of from the repository in accordance with approved schedules, procedures, and guidelines as required by AR 381-45 and the Army Records Information Management System (ARIMS).

Can records be transferred out of the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Records Repository?
Yes, records can be transferred out of the repository to other approved agencies or repositories based on the needs and requirements of the U.S. Army intelligence and security community, as long as the transfer is conducted in accordance with AR 381-45.