Covert Human Intelligence Source (CHIS)
A term from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice (APP), reproduced under the Open Government Licence with a link back to the authoritative source.
Definition
A source used to conduct covert collection of intelligence.
This definition is drawn from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice. For the full operational guidance and current wording, read it at source.
Related terms
audit trail
A record that provides evidence of the sequence of activities related to an intelligence report.
Intelligence collection plan
A plan ensuring that the collection phase remains focused, structured, and directed.
Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) 2000
UK law regulating the conduct of public authorities when obtaining information.
Strategic intelligence requirements
Requirements that outline information needed to fill gaps in police knowledge.
Tactical intelligence requirements
Requirements containing information needed about an investigation or operation.
Definition reproduced from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice under the Open Government Licence v3.0. See the source link above for the authoritative, current wording.