United States Code Title 50 — War and National Defense

§ 3520. General Counsel of Central Intelligence Agency

§ 3520.

General Counsel of Central Intelligence Agency

(a)

Appointment

There is a General Counsel of the Central Intelligence Agency, appointed from civilian life by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(b)

Chief legal officer

The General Counsel is the chief legal officer of the Central Intelligence Agency.

(c)

Functions

The General Counsel of the Central Intelligence Agency shall perform such functions as the Director may prescribe.