In what scenario will a classified document NOT require a review for declassification?

A classified document does not require a review for declassification when it is part of an active investigation. This is because documents related to ongoing investigations may contain sensitive information that could compromise the integrity of the investigation or endanger individuals involved. Therefore, these documents are typically designated to remain classified until the investigation is concluded, and a careful assessment of the implications of their release can take place.

In contrast, documents that have been categorized as permanent typically require an established process for declassification review as part of historical records management. Documents not up for renewal suggest that they fall outside of a defined timeline for reassessment, but this does not inherently exempt them from declassification review. Likewise, while documents older than 25 years may sometimes be declassified automatically, this is not a universal rule and depends on various factors, including content and context. Thus, being part of an active investigation distinctly places a document in a category that necessitates its continued classification.