38 Pages Posted: 10 Apr 2013

Date Written: April 10, 2013

Abstract

The U.S. Enhanced Interrogation Program as applied after the Sept. 11 attacks has raised many legal and moral questions. Despite the prominent involvement of members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) in all levels of the controversial program, there has not yet been a consistent approach to the subject based on LDS doctrine and teachings. Based on international law, U.S. domestic law, and the moral rules contained in LDS scripture, this Paper argues that the Enhanced Interrogation Program was illegal and immoral.