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DA Form 3497 Counsel's Oath
What Is DA Form 3497?
This is a military form that was released by the U.S. Department of the Army (DA) on September 1, 2002. The form, often mistakenly referred to as the DD Form 3497, is a military form used by and within the U.S. Army. As of today, no separate instructions for the form are provided by the DA.
FAQ
Q: What is DA Form 3497?
A: DA Form 3497 is a Counsel's Oath form.
Q: What is the purpose of DA Form 3497?
A: The purpose of DA Form 3497 is to administer and record the oaths of military attorneys and civilian lawyers who serve as legal counsel.
Q: Who should complete DA Form 3497?
A: Military attorneys and civilian lawyers who serve as legal counsel should complete DA Form 3497.
Q: How should DA Form 3497 be completed?
A: DA Form 3497 should be completed by providing the required information and signing the oath in the presence of a qualified official.
Q: Is DA Form 3497 required for all legal counsel?
A: Yes, DA Form 3497 is required for all military attorneys and civilian lawyers who serve as legal counsel in the U.S. Army.
Q: Can DA Form 3497 be completed electronically?
A: Yes, DA Form 3497 can be completed electronically if authorized and in accordance with applicable regulations.
Q: What happens after DA Form 3497 is completed?
A: After DA Form 3497 is completed, it is filed and kept as a record of the counsel's oath.
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