This Navy publication, Naval Legal Service Command Manual COMNAVLEGSVCCOMINST 5800.1H October 2022, provides guidance and NLSC policy for the operation and administration of DSOs, RLSOs, their respective detachments and branch offices, and the VLCP. Commanding Officers (COs) and Officers-in-Charge (OICs) shall comply with this instruction. COs may deviate from the provisions of this instruction based on operational demands, organizational needs, and local conditions.