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What is it called when a classified document is used as source material for a new document?

Derivative Classification

Why must a derivative classifier use authorized sources of classification guidance only?

To ensure original classification of information is maintained.

What must derivative classifiers have access to?

Classification guidance

What is the responsibility of a derivative classifier?

<p>Marking the information to show its classified status.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What steps should you take when derivatively classifying?

<p>Use authorized sources for guidance, analyze the material to be classified, and seek additional guidance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can you find a listing of specific information elements that identify their classification?

<p>Security Classification Guide (SCG)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If authorized sources do not provide sufficient guidance, what should you do first?

<p>Ask your Security Manager or Facility Security Officer (FSO).</p> Signup and view all the answers

Information taken directly from an existing classified source and stated verbatim in a new document is an example of _____.

<p>Extracting</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concepts can be used to determine the classification level of the material you create?

<p>Revealed by, Classification by Compilation, and Contained in</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept was used to determine the derivative classification of the new document stating it can be deployed at a range of 70 miles?

<p>Contained in</p> Signup and view all the answers

A properly marked source document contains some Secret information. This is an example of the concept of _____.

<p>Revealed by</p> Signup and view all the answers

Is it possible for classification to be raised if your new material combines pieces of information that are not individually classified? What concept is used?

<p>Yes, Classification by Compilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Information may be classified if it is owned by the U.S. Government, its unauthorized disclosure could embarrass the Government but not harm national security.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Besides protecting national security, information may be classified if it pertains to military plans, weapon systems or operations.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What policy document provides guidelines to promote information sharing?

<p>DODM, 5200.01, Volumes 1 and 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

You may be subject to criminal sanctions, such as incarceration, if you engage in the unauthorized disclosure of information.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Miguel should stop the conversation if Sarabeth wants to share classified information but he does not have a need-to-know.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of criminal sanctions?

<p>Loss of Federal retirement benefits, fines, and incarceration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you suspect information has been improperly or unnecessarily classified, what should you do first?

<p>Initiate an informal challenge</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of a new document stating the exercise will begin on 4 May and end on 25 May?

<p>Secret</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are functions of derivative classification?

<p>Creating new classified materials from existing sources and marking them accordingly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the authorized sources for derivative classification?

<p>Security Classification Guide (SCG) and properly marked source document.</p> Signup and view all the answers

As a derivative classifier, one of your responsibilities is to analyze and evaluate information to identify elements that require classification.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Paraphrasing classified information in a new document without the need to interpret the information is what concept?

<p>Contained in</p> Signup and view all the answers

When pieces of information are unclassified on their own, but together are classified, what concept is being used?

<p>Classified by compilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

When classified information can be extracted by analyzation, what concept is being used?

<p>Revealed by</p> Signup and view all the answers

Information may be classified to prevent embarrassment to the U.S. Government.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Derivative Classification Overview

  • Derivative classification occurs when a classified document serves as a source for a new document.
  • Authorized sources of classification guidance must be used to maintain the integrity of original information.

Responsibilities of Derivative Classifiers

  • Access to classification guidance is essential for identifying elements that need classification.
  • Derivative classifiers are responsible for marking information that indicates its classified status.

Steps for Derivative Classification

  • Utilize authorized guidance sources and analyze the material accurately.
  • If uncertainty arises, seek additional guidance to clarify classification requirements.

Sources for Classification Guidance

  • Security Classification Guide (SCG) provides specific details about classification elements, downgrading, and declassification information.

Concepts of Derivative Classification

  • Extracting refers to directly quoting classified information in new documents.
  • Concepts to determine classification levels include "Revealed by," "Classification by Compilation," and "Contained in."

Classification Scenarios

  • Classification "Contained in" applies when a new document includes information from a source document.
  • "Revealed by" concept applies when new information allows deducing classified data, even if not explicitly mentioned.
  • "Classification by Compilation" can raise the classification level of non-classified individual pieces when combined.

Classification Policy and Enforcement

  • Misclassification that does not harm national security, such as failed research, cannot justify classification.
  • Information related to military operations is classified to protect national security.

Criminal Consequences of Unauthorized Disclosure

  • Criminal sanctions for unauthorized disclosure can include fines, incarceration, and loss of federal benefits.
  • Engaging in discussions about classified information without a need-to-know can lead to violations.

Reporting and Evaluating Classification Concerns

  • An informal challenge should be initiated if there are suspicions of improper classification.
  • Derivative classifiers must rigorously evaluate information to ensure proper classification.

Concluding Notes

  • Derivative classification involves creating, marking, and carrying over classified information appropriately.
  • Properly marked source documents and SCGs are the authorized sources for derivative classification guidance.

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