Legal Guide for Service Members Stationed at Fort Bragg, NC

If you’re stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and you’re under investigation or facing legal action under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), you are not alone. Whether it’s an Article 15, a GOMOR, or the threat of administrative separation, the military justice system is designed to move fast—and it can feel overwhelming.

This page is your essential legal survival guide to navigating UCMJ and related disciplinary actions at Fort Bragg. It includes everything you need to know about your rights, legal services available both on and off post, and how to protect your career.

We also recommend downloading a free copy of the #1 bestselling military law resource:
UCMJ Survival Guide: The Complete Military Justice Manual for Service Members & Families by Michael and Alexandra Waddington.

Overview of Fort Bragg and Surrounding Area

Fort Bragg is one of the largest military installations in the world, home to over 50,000 active duty soldiers. Major units include the 82nd Airborne Division, U.S. Army Special Operations Command, and JSOC.

Located in Fayetteville, NC, the area includes Spring Lake, Hope Mills, and a large civilian-military population. Off-post legal incidents are common and may trigger both civilian and UCMJ consequences.

A Brief History of Fort Bragg

Established in 1918 as Camp Bragg, the base played a key role in artillery training during WWI. It later expanded during WWII and became the home of the Army’s airborne forces. In 2023, Fort Bragg was renamed Fort Bragg to reflect core American values and honor soldiers from all backgrounds.

Common Legal Issues for Service Members at Fort Bragg

Court-Martial Under the UCMJ

Soldiers at Fort Bragg face charges under:

• Article 120 – Sexual Assault
• Article 128b – Domestic Violence
• Article 92 – Failure to Obey
• Article 133/134 – Misconduct

Do not talk to CID or command without a civilian defense lawyer. Your words will be used against you.

Article 15 / NJP

Article 15s are often offered for minor misconduct but can derail your career. You may have the option to refuse NJP and request a court-martial. Make this decision carefully—with legal counsel.

GOMORs

A General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand can be filed locally or permanently. A permanent GOMOR can destroy promotion chances and trigger separation. A well-written rebuttal may save your file—and your future.

Administrative Separation & Boards

Enlisted soldiers may face a Chapter Separation while officers face a Board of Inquiry (BOI). These boards determine your discharge characterization and your access to VA benefits, retirement, and more.

Command-Directed Investigations (CDI)

Often triggered by SHARP/SAPR complaints, CDIs are administrative—but serious. You have the right to remain silent and the right to hire a civilian lawyer to protect your interests during and after the investigation.

Legal Services Available at Fort Bragg

Fort Bragg JAG Office

The base legal office provides wills, POAs, and general legal information. They cannot represent you in UCMJ matters, GOMORs, or separations. You need independent defense counsel.

Civilian Military Defense Lawyers

Civilian attorneys like Michael and Alexandra Waddington specialize in court-martials, Article 15 defense, and administrative separation cases at Fort Bragg and worldwide. They are the authors of the UCMJ Survival Guide, a proven resource for service members and families.

Download the UCMJ Survival Guide or request your free PDF version on our site. Learn how to fight back when everything is at stake.

Helpful Resources for Soldiers at Fort Bragg

• Fort Bragg Official Website
• Fort Bragg Legal Assistance Office
• UCMJ Survival Guide on Amazon
• Military OneSource Legal Resources
• Google Map: Fort Bragg

Take Action Before It’s Too Late

Whether you’re accused of misconduct, flagged, or under investigation—you have rights. But those rights mean nothing if you don’t use them.

Download the UCMJ Survival Guide, protect your discharge, and get legal help from a defense lawyer who understands the battlefield you’re on.

This is your career. Your freedom. Your future. Don’t wait—fight back.