### Question
What is the definition of special operations forces?


### Answer
The definition of **special operations forces** is as follows in *10 U.S.C. § 1788a*:

> those forces of the armed forces identified as special operations forces under section 167(j) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *10 U.S.C. § 1788a*
  - Heading: **Subtitle A-General Military Law > PART II-PERSONNEL > CHAPTER 88-MILITARY FAMILY PROGRAMS AND MILITARY CHILD CARE > SUBCHAPTER I-MILITARY FAMILY PROGRAMS**

