scope:

Purpose. To establish CJCS policy, assign responsibility and define procedures regarding illumination of objects in space by lasers. The instruction serves to protect satellites from a reasonable expectation of harm or disruption in accordance with references a, b, and c.

Applicability. This instruction applies to the Joint Staff, combatant commands, the Services, and all DOD agencies and activities involved in the development, acquisition, or employment of laser systems. This includes DOD or DOD-sponsored laser research, development, developmental test, operational test, evaluation, exercise, and routine operational activity that is funded by, operated under the auspices of, or conducted by DOD, with the potential to adversely affect a satellite or humans in space.