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Many people enlist in the military and finish their time successfully. Those individuals will likely receive an honorable discharge. For some people, things happen and they aren’t able to finish their enlistment term, so they may receive a different type of...
Getting arraigned before a court-martial can be a life-altering experience, as it involves facing serious charges within the military justice system. Convictions may be appealed through various avenues to seek a review of the case and potentially overturn the verdict....
Many members of the military get an honorable discharge. They haven’t done anything wrong, but they simply can’t be in the military anymore. Someone could suffer physical injuries in combat, for example. They can no longer perform their job as a soldier, but it’s...
In the realm of military law, an other than honorable discharge (OTH) is one of the most severe forms of separation from the armed forces. It carries significant consequences, potentially impacting veterans' self-esteem and blocking access to much-needed benefits. The...
The Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) is the cornerstone of military law in the United States, outlining legal standards and procedures for personnel across all branches of the armed forces. Violation of the UCMJ can result in a court-martial, which, depending...
A general court-martial is the most serious type of military tribunal, reserved for the gravest offenses under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). For example, desertion, military espionage and crimes of violence commonly result in these proceedings. If you...
Despite serving the country in the military, a member of the military must still comply with laws. A member of the military often needs to follow civilian and military laws, and violating these laws can lead to a court-martial. Enlisted service members may be...
Successfully challenging the findings of a military Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) can ultimately serve as a make-or-break moment in a service member's career, potentially affecting their medical benefits, retirement status and overall future. As such, when...
All branches of the military rely on the expectation that members will follow the orders of their superiors. In their oath, servicemembers pledge to “obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over me…” There can be...
Article 31 rights in the military are often compared to Miranda rights in the civilian world. Sometimes, servicemembers have protections under both. However, it’s important to understand some crucial differences. Article 31 rights get their name from name from the...