LEGAL ISSUES FOR INTELLIGENCE PRACTITIONERS
The Canadian Intelligence Enterprise (CIE) is organically embedded in a variety of operational security organizations and systems across Canada. One aspect of intelligence work that remains not well understood is the legal context and the constraints it places on all intelligence systems. The National Security and Intelligence Review Agency (NSIRA) in Canada publishes reports that provide helpful information on some of the more pressing aspects of the intelligence/legal relationship. As with other intelligence related professional development initiatives, professional practitioners may wish to read more broadly in this area.
The US Council on Intelligence Issues, is offering free virtual attendance at an upcoming event, titled LEGAL SERVICES CHALLENGES FOR INTELLIGENCE OFFICERS AND THE LEGAL COMMUNITY. Although US-based, presentations will be of interest to Canadian practitioners.
To foster a greater understanding of the nature and practical impact of the varied legal challenges for intelligence officers, this event will present a panel discussion to explore some of the challenges and options for current and former intelligence officers who may need government or private sector legal assistance in connection with their employment.
Panelists will address situations that can cause intelligence officers to wonder if they need legal help, how government lawyers may represent them, what to do if they need private legal counsel, and what private counsel ought to know when asked to help.
Free registration for the virtual event is available at https://hklaw.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_k44URHWyTMKRuSsYyvE-Hg#/registration
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Jim