Derivative
Classification
Derivative Classification is defined as the incorporating, paraphrasing, restating, or
generating in new form, information that is already classified.
Persons who apply derivative classification will:
- Observe and respect original classification decisions;
- Carry forward to any newly created documents the pertinent classification markings. For information derivatively classified based upon multiple sources, the derivative classifier shall carry forward:
The date or event for declassification that corresponds to the longest period of classification among the sources;
A listing of these sources on or attached to the official file or record copy.
- Follow DoD Manual 5200.01, V2, Marking Information to properly annotat the classification block on a derivative classified document
**DoD Manual V1 and 3 requires those that apply derivative classification will
receive training currently, once every 2 years” This requirement will change
to annually in 2019.**