If an Inspector General complaint is filed against you, does that mean you are under investigation? If you are considering reporting misconduct, can you still contact an IG without identifying yourself? The Pentagon’s announced overhaul changes how many complaints may...
Author: Phillip Stackhouse, Military Defense Attorney When You Are Facing a Court-Martial, Time Is Both Your Enemy and Your Shield Being charged under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) is one of the most stressful experiences a service...
What are the possible consequences? The factors a commanding officer considers when deciding how to handle your son or daughter’s case include the length of time your child was away from duties without permission and the reasons why he or she was absent. A reasonable explanation, such as a family emergency, illness or financial troubles, may result in lesser punishment.…
Actions after receiving a BOI notification Misconduct accusations may result from a single incident or event that impacted a mission or the officer’s performance of their duties. Typically, the officer, also known as the “respondent,” would have previously received a letter of reprimand, nonjudicial punishments or other adverse actions. An experienced military attorney known as the “recorder” argues the government’s…
Absent without official leave Armed forces members can be AWOL under Article 86 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) if they fail to arrive at an appointed place or leave prematurely without permission. Sometimes, service members face charges for leaving their post a couple of hours early. The Manual for Courts-Martial lists several ways service members are considered…