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December 1, 2025
The offenses criminalized under Article 120, UCMJ, are among the most serious crimes a person can commit. Article 120 prohibits not only non-consensual sexual conduct involving adults or minors but also acts of sexual indecency that do not result in physical contact. Regardless o...
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November 1, 2025
Article 120a is a largely unknown article of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) that criminalizes using the mail to send obscene materials. While we live in a digital age in which information is easily transmitted electronically, it is still a crime in the military to kn...
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Jan
September 30, 2025
On September 30, 2025, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced a series of new directives aimed at strengthening military readiness and supporting U. S. warfighters as they train to fight and decisively win our nation's battles. The new directives include changes to how the ...
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Jan
September 14, 2025
September 15, 2025 – Press Release MJA is pleased to welcome Amy N. Thomas to the firm’s military and administrative law practices. Thomas brings over two decades of distinguished military legal experience and federal employment law expertise to MJA. A retired Lieutenant Colonel ...
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Jan
September 1, 2025
Unlawful Command Influence (UCI) is often referred to as the “mortal enemy of military justice”—and for good reason. When a commander crosses the line between leadership and interference, the fairness of the entire legal process is at risk. For active-duty service members facing ...
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August 1, 2025
If you received a discharge characterization that doesn’t reflect your service or circumstances, you’re not alone or without options. Whether you were discharged with a General, Other Than Honorable (OTH), or Bad Conduct Discharge, there is a path toward restoring your record and...
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July 1, 2025
Understanding the UCMJ: Core Principles and Structure Military deployments come with a unique kind of pressure. You’re expected to perform at your best, follow orders, and keep your head on straight—even in the most unpredictable environments. But when the stakes are high and str...
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Jan
June 14, 2025
The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) is a significant piece of legislation designed to protect active-duty military members from unfair financial and legal practices, including vehicle repossession. Despite these legal protections, some service members still face challenges...
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Jan
June 1, 2025
Navigating the complexities of the Defense Base Act (DBA) can feel overwhelming, especially for military contractors and their families already managing the challenges of working overseas. If you’ve been injured while performing your duties under a government contract, you might ...
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May 1, 2025
The Defense Base Act (DBA) provides critical workers’ compensation benefits to civilian employees working on U. S. military bases and government contracts overseas. While the DBA clearly covers physical injuries, many contractors and their families wonder: Does the DBA cover healt...
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