JP 3-28, Defense Support of Civil Authorities

31 July 2013 Defense Supportof Civil AuthoritiesJoint Publication 3-28 i PREFACE 1. Scope This publication provides overarching guidelines and principles to assist commanders and their staffs in planning, conducting, and assessing Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA). 2. Purpose This publication has been prepared under the direction of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS). It sets forth joint doctrine to govern the activities and performance of the Armed Forces of the United States in DSCA operations, and it provides the doctrinal basis for interagency coordination during DSCA operations. It provides military guidance for the exercise of authority by combatant commanders and other joint force commanders (JFCs) and prescribes joint doctrine for operations, education, and training.

iii SUMMARY OF CHANGES REVISION OF JOINT PUBLICATION 3-28 14 SEPTEMBER 2007 • Changes title of th e joint publication fr om Civil Support to Defense Support of Civil Authorities. • Restructures document format, removing key sections from appendices and placing them within appropriate chapters.

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