How do I report someone for false valor?

Please visit https://www.archives.gov/oig, where you may report suspected cases of stolen valor. You may also call our hotline at 301-837-3500, or send correspondence to OIG Hotline, NARA, P.O. Box 1821 Hyattsville, MD 20788-0821.

Is Stolen Valor a federal crime?

The Stolen Valor Act of 2013 was signed by President Barack Obama on June 3, 2013. The Act makes it a federal crime to fraudulently claim to be a recipient of certain military decorations or medals in order to obtain money, property, or other tangible benefit.

Is there a government office that handles Stolen Valor cases?

Each situation is unique, and there is no single office in the government that handles all stolen valor issues or other issues involving false claims of military service. However, depending on the situation there are several offices you may want to try contacting.

Is it a crime to steal a Medal of Valor?

In general, no. While it may be morally reprehensible, it is usually not a crime. However, the Stolen Valor Act of 2013 ( https://www.congress.gov/bill/113th-congress/house-bill/258) makes it a crime for someone to claim they received certain medals in order to obtain money, property, or some other tangible benefit.

How do I report a crime in the military?

If current or retired members of the military are involved, you may want to report it directly to Department of Defense law enforcement. Air Force Office of Special Investigations at https://www.osi.af.mil/Submit-a-Tip/ or 1-877-246-1453. Army Criminal Investigation Command at https://www.cid.army.mil/report-a-crime.html .

Is it illegal to make a false claim about military service?

The law only bars false claims about certain military awards, including the Purple Heart, Bronze Star, and a few others; and ONLY when someone makes a false claim about them to gain money or some tangible benefit a crime. Someone falsely claiming military service in order to brag or impress others is not a crime.

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