Active duty service members facing criminal charges often face legal battles in two court systems; civilian court, and court martial via the military justice system. Both can have long-lasting consequences to your life and military career. Domestic assault charges are particularly damaging to service members. Under The Lautenberg Amendment, police officers and military personnel, Read More

If you are suspected of a crime in the military, it’s critical that you understand your rights and how to invoke them. These basic rights include the right to remain silent and to have an attorney present during questioning by a law enforcement agent. However, beyond your basic Constitutional Rights, it is equally important, Read More

When a service member is accused or suspected of misconduct, that person’s commanding officer may initiate a preliminary inquiry or command investigation (also known as an AR 15-6 investigation in the Army) to look into the allegations.  Generally, the commanding officer will appoint a senior enlisted or officer within his/her command to investigate the, Read More

Should I make a statement to law enforcement? A question that any servicemember must ask themselves if they are the subject of a criminal investigation. Several weeks ago, a client of MJA requested and received a meeting with his commanding general in accordance with the Army Regulation 600-20 “Open Door” Policy. The MJA client, who is, Read More

Nonjudicial punishment under Article 15, UCMJ, is a disciplinary measure more serious than administrative reprimands but less serious than trial by court-martial. Whether to accept or refuse nonjudicial punishment is one of the most important decisions a service member can make and, depending on their decision, can have significant consequences. Military Justice Attorneys has, Read More