For Military Personnel
As a member of the military, if you’re fortunate, you’ll never have to worry about whether you can or should disobey an unlawful order given by a superior (including the Commander in Chief). However, what if you are placed in that situation? How do you know for...
An adverse action is an administrative tool used by the Armed Forces when members of the Armed Forces fail to comply with certain acceptable standards. It is intended to correct undesirable conduct. Some examples of adverse actions include: A letter of reprimand...
In times of great stress and life-threatening action, you sometimes have to make split-second decisions that you would not make under other circumstances. Doing the wrong thing when you’re in the military could lead to you being accused of war crimes. War crimes are...
Learning that you’re the subject of a military investigation is scary, especially if this is due to a criminal matter. Once you learn this, you have to act quickly so you can protect your rights and ensure that you aren’t doing things that could land you in deeper...
Those serving in the military have to protect their career at every turn. If you make a mistake on base, you can face military justice and possibly a court-martial. If you get arrested for a mistake made off of the base or during your free time, you might face...
Going absent without leave is a serious offense in the military. If you go AWOL, then there is a risk that you could be penalized for doing so. What’s important to note is that missing a shift or being absent unexpectedly doesn’t necessarily have to result in issues...
No matter your branch of the armed forces, many defense roles require you to procure a security clearance to take them on. Doing so isn't a fast or easy process. You have to provide information about your finances, former jobs and colleagues, relatives to include any...
Service members in the United States are expected to uphold high standards of behavior. Any infractions or criminal activity could have a serious impact on your military career. Additionally, as you progress, opportunities such as promotions may be available, and...
Military members often have the ability to work with attorneys and defenders through the military, but if you’re under investigation, you do have the option of working with a civilian defense attorney. If you choose to do this, what you’re agreeing to is allowing your...
If you work in the military, you should be aware of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, or UCMJ. This act is one that governs the military justice system. With this act, the President is allowed to decide on the procedures and rules to be implemented through the...