Build your foundation. Avoid costly mistakes. Get grounded in the essentials of export controls and compliance. This session covers the key regulations, common pitfalls (including dual-use items), and why compliance matters – because mistakes can carry serious consequences. Perfect for…
Justice: U.S. Army Intelligence Analyst Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy and Bribery
Justice: U.S. Army Intelligence Analyst Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy and Bribery
August 20, 2024/
A US Army enlisted intelligence analyst pleaded guilty to all charges for conspiracy to obtain and disclose national defense info, exporting technical data on defense articles without a license, conspiracy to export defense articles without a license, and bribery of a public official. Sentencing is scheduled for January 2025.
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