What Is DA Form 3975-1 Used For?
DA Form 3975-1 is the continuation sheet for the Military Police Report. Military police investigators attach it to DA Form 3975 when one incident involves additional offenses that require separate documentation. Each continuation sheet covers one additional offense and links back to the original report through the MP report number.
Steps to Complete DA Form 3975-1
- Record the MP report number from the original DA Form 3975 to link the forms together.
- Enter offense identifiers: the NIBRS code for the additional offense, plus subject and victim identifiers.
- Describe the offense in detail, including any involvement of alcohol, drugs, or computer equipment.
- Indicate criminal activity type, the applicable statutory basis, and the type of weapon or force used.
- Document assault or homicide circumstances if the offense involves aggravated assault or homicide, including assault type and injury level.
- Record bias motivation if the offense was bias-motivated, and note the number of premises entered if applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DA Form 3975 and DA Form 3975-1?
DA Form 3975 is the primary Military Police Report for the initial offense. DA Form 3975-1 is the additional offenses continuation sheet, used when the same incident includes multiple offenses requiring separate records. The two forms share the same MP report number.
Who completes DA Form 3975-1?
Army military police officers and investigators complete DA Form 3975-1. The form is governed by Army Regulation 190-45 (AR 190-45), with the Provost Marshal General (PMG) as the proponent agency.
Is DA Form 3975-1 the same as DA 3975?
No. DA Form 3975 is the initial report and DA Form 3975-1 is the separate continuation sheet for additional offenses. Both forms use the same NIBRS reporting framework required by AR 190-45.
For the primary report form, see DA Form 3975. Related Army forms on Formspal include the Army Certificate DA Form 87 and the Police Personnel Data Form.