The War against Drugs. How much Support is Enough
Abstract
The United States Army is becoming increasingly involved in this Nation's campaign against the war on drugs. Changes continue to evolve on the type support that civilian law enforcement officials seek and receive. We have seen modifications to existing laws which allow and encourage greater involvement but stops short of committing forces to the actual battle. The Army has accepted the role to the degree authorized but is capable of doing more. This paper will discuss Army involvement to date, recommend possible alternatives and additions to the involvement under the current provisions of the law, and finally, look to the future to what our involvement may become. Specifically, it will address the Army's current challenges and trends in respect to legal issues. It will address the issues and difficulties we face in interdiction and eradication efforts. Finally, it will address future use of Army assets as the 'build down' occurs and make recommendations on the preparation we must take in anticipation of current laws being amended. (kt)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 27, 1990
- Accession Number
- ADA222250
Entities
People
- Charles L. Haynes
Organizations
- United States Army War College