GENERAL MILITARY LAW PROBLEM SOLVING Flashcards
What is the main objective of solving military law problems?
To use knowledge of military law to address disciplinary and administrative issues within the Armed Forces.
What are the types of problems candidates may face in military law?
Candidates may face problems such as:
* NOK issues between children of polygamous parents
* Anomalies arising from conditions of service
* Disciplinary actions involving loss of seniority
* Disengagement from service
* Death penalty.
What should candidates visualize when presented with a military law problem?
Candidates should visualize the problem as close to a real-life situation as possible.
What are the three considerations when identifying a military law problem?
Candidates should consider whether the problem is:
* Purely administrative
* Purely disciplinary
* Both disciplinary and administrative.
In Scenario 1, what is the main issue involving the soldier?
The soldier left his location without permission and was found in possession of a weapon after a traffic accident.
In Scenario 2, what was discovered about the anti-aircraft gunner?
The anti-aircraft gunner was missing, and the operation was called off due to the absence of the gun.
What action should a commander take if a soldier is suspected of communicating with militants, as in Scenario 3?
The commander should investigate the soldier’s actions and take appropriate disciplinary measures.
What issue does Pte Keep Calm face in Scenario 4?
Pte Keep Calm has not received his salary for four months and left the unit without pass to resolve the issue.
What is the first consideration after identifying a military law problem?
Identify the relevant law applicable and the specific aspect of that law to apply.
What laws are relevant for the scenarios discussed in the military law problem-solving?
Relevant laws include:
* AFA CAP A20 LFN 2004
* Fire Arms Act.
What could be considered when addressing a military law problem?
Consider the following questions:
* Are all the charges correct in law?
* Can the facts support all the offences charged?
* Are there legal rules offended by the charges?
* Can the offences be tried summarily?
* Is the punishment in accordance with the disciplinary powers of commanders?
* Does the punishment offend any rule of justice?
What should candidates have thorough knowledge of when solving military law problems?
Candidates should know:
* 1999 Constitution of Nigeria
* AFA CAP A20 LFN 2004
* NA publications on special and general matters
* NA Forms related to Military Law
* Related forms having general application.
Fill in the blank: The _______ of the unit’s actions can determine the overall effect in solving military law problems.
[determination]
True or False: Questions asking for definitions or theoretical answers are appropriate for testing a candidate’s military law problem-solving skills.
False
