Essential UCMJ rights advisories, investigation rules, and discharge board strategies compiled by veteran defense attorneys.
Under Article 31 of the UCMJ, military service members have critical legal protections against self-incrimination that are broader than civilian Miranda rights. This guide details what commands and CID investigators can and cannot demand when asking for statements.
Read Full Article arrow_forwardIf you received an OTH or General discharge characterization, you have 15 years to request a review from your service branch DRB. Learn the crucial differences between documentary reviews and personal appearance hearings, and what evidence matters most.
Read Full Article arrow_forwardMilitary investigators (CID, MPI, NCIS, OSI) are trained interrogation experts. Service members often make fatal errors believing they can "clear their name" through compliance. Here are the three most common mistakes made during military investigations.
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