Section 109 – Complaints/Inquires/Freedom of Information Act/Privacy Act

Question 1

What is an Article 138 complaint?

Answer 1

Any member of the armed forces who believes himself wronged by his commanding officer.

Question 2

What is an Article 1150 complaint?

Answer 2

any person in the naval service considers him or herself wronged by an act, omission, decision or order of a person who is superior in rank or command.

Question 3

True/False. A complaint must be against a specific person, not a command or position?

Answer 3

true

Question 4

What is considered untimely when submitting an Article 138 or Article 1150 complaint of wrong?

Answer 4

90 days after complainant discovers the wrong

Question 5

How must documents be marked which contain PII?

Answer 5

“FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY – PRIVACY SENSITIVE – Any misuse or unauthorized disclosure can result in both civil and criminal penalties.”

Question 6

What must be done if a PII breach occurs within your command?

Answer 6

Complete a PII Breach Reporting Form and PII After Action Report.

Question 7

How many days do you have to answer a congressional?

Answer 7

5 working days upon receipt.

Question 8

How many days do you have to answer FOIA Request?

Answer 8

20 working days upon receipt.

Question 9

True/False. All correspondence with a FOIA requester must include the FOIA online request tracking number.

Answer 9

true

Question 10

Why is it important for FOIA processors to post all records provided on the FOIA online website?

Answer 10

This practice promotes transparency which is a main goal of the FOIA.

Question 11

Who is the IDA?

Answer 11

Initial Denial Authority.