Military Justice

Question 1

Identify the functions of the UCMJ and Manual for Courts Martial

Answer 1

UCMJ =

MCM =

Question 2

Identify the methods and tools available by the UCMJ to maintain discipline

Answer 2

There is judicial and non judicial punishment available under the UCMJ which can provide administrative or punitive action.

Question 3

What is the function of the Judge Advocate

Answer 3

Full range legal like wills as well as civil law + criminal justice law

Question 4

What is the function of the Area defense council

Answer 4

The can be appointed to you free of charge and provide your council. This is your right as a military member.

Question 5

What is the function of the Special Victims Counsel

Question 6

How long does non punitive punishment stay for officers vs. enlisted members

Answer 6

Officers - 10 years

Enlisted - 2 years

Question 7

Is an Article 15 a criminal conviction

Answer 7

NO

Question 8

What are the 3 types of judicial punishment

Answer 8

Summary

Special

General

Question 9

What is an administrative action for correction

Answer 9

Rule infraction ensures further acts comply with standards

-think minor infraction
-think not some thing that takes away your personal duties