UCMJ vs. Civilian Law: Key Distinctions
https://ucmjmilitarylaw.com/ucmj/ucmj-vs-civilian-law-key-distinctions/ UCMJ vs. Civilian Law: Key Distinctions While both military and civilian justice systems aim to uphold the law, they operate under different principles, jurisdictions, and procedures. Understanding these distinctions is vital for service members navigating legal challenges. Jurisdiction: UCMJ: Applies to military personnel globally, regardless of where the offense occurred (on or off base, […]
Types of Military Justice Actions: A Spectrum of Discipline
https://ucmjmilitarylaw.com/ucmj/types-of-military-justice-actions-a-spectrum-of-discipline/ Types of Military Justice Actions: A Spectrum of Discipline The military justice system employs various tools to address misconduct, ranging from minor administrative actions to severe criminal prosecutions. A. Non-Judicial Punishment (NJP / Article 15 UCMJ) NJP is a commander’s tool for addressing minor misconduct without resorting to a court-martial. While less formal, it […]
Articles of the UCMJ: Offenses at a Glance
https://ucmjmilitarylaw.com/ucmj/articles-of-the-ucmj-offenses-at-a-glance/ Articles of the UCMJ: Offenses at a Glance The UCMJ contains specific articles defining various offenses, from minor infractions to serious felonies. Each article has defined elements that the government must prove beyond a reasonable doubt for a conviction. Article 86 (Absence Without Leave – AWOL / Desertion): Unexcused absence from duty, unit, or […]
How to Survive a Separation Board
https://ucmjmilitarylaw.com/boards/separation-board-survival/ How to Survive a Military Administrative Separation Board: Your Blueprint for Defense For any service member, receiving notification of an impending Administrative Separation Board (ASB) hearing can trigger immense stress and uncertainty. While often described as “administrative,” make no mistake: an ASB is a formal, high-stakes proceeding that can irrevocably alter your military career, […]
How to Survive a Separation Board
How to Survive a Separation Board How to Survive a Military Administrative Separation Board: Your Blueprint for Defense For any service member, receiving notification of an impending Administrative Separation Board (ASB) hearing can trigger immense stress and uncertainty. While often described as “administrative,” make no mistake: an ASB is a formal, high-stakes proceeding that can […]
Article 120 – Sex Offense Allegations
Article 120 UCMJ – Sex Offense Allegations: Your Aggressive Defense Starts Now Few accusations carry the immediate and devastating weight of a military sex offense allegation under Article 120 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). In the current military climate of “zero tolerance” and heightened public scrutiny, an accusation of rape, sexual assault, […]
UCMJ Military Law Resource Guide – Military Defense Attorneys
Military Law Survival Guide – Your Global Field Manual for UCMJ Defense Gonzalez & Waddington, Attorneys at Law are internationally recognized military defense lawyers and UCMJ law experts. We defend service members in every branch—Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Space Force, and Coast Guard—anywhere in the world. Whether you’re under investigation, facing court-martial, or targeted […]
Article 118 UCMJ – Murder and Homicide Charges in the Military
https://ucmjmilitarylaw.com/ucmj/article-118/ Article 118 UCMJ – Murder and Homicide Charges in the Military What to Know If You’re Facing the Most Serious Criminal Charge in the U.S. Military What Is Article 118? Article 118 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) criminalizes the unlawful killing of a human being. It covers all types of homicide—premeditated […]
Article 134 UCMJ – The General Article
https://ucmjmilitarylaw.com/ucmj/article-134/ Article 134 UCMJ – The General Article The Catch-All Provision Used to Charge Misconduct in the Military What Is Article 134? Article 134 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) is known as the “General Article.” It allows the military to charge service members for a wide range of misconduct not specifically addressed […]