Section 7 : Military Justice Flashcards
Who may administer punishment under Article 15?
Any Commissioned officer or a Warrant Officer in command
Are there any Circumstances under which a NCO is Authorized to impose Non-Judical Punishment?
No
What is the Purpose of an Inspection?
To promote the health , welfare , and safety of the Personnel in the Unit
What are the Three Types of Courts-Martial?
- Summary
- Special
- General
What article in the Uniform Code of Military Justice ( UCMJ ) prohibits self-incrimination
Article 31
What is the Highest Military Court?
The Court Of Military Appeals
When given a Summarized Article 15, what rights dies a service member have?
- Right To a hearing
- Right To call Witnesses
- Right To Appeal
What is the one circumstance in which a service member does not have the right to refuse an article 15 and Demand trial by Court-Martial instead?
When the service member is aboard a ship
Sometimes it is necessary to administer Non-Judical Punishment to service members. What should you do before restoring to these measures?
It is important to attempt to correct and reform service members through counseling and corrective training.
What are the purposes of Non-Judical Punishment under Article-15?
- To correct and reform service members
- To Preserve an Offender’s record of service
- To Dispose of minor infractions in a manner requiring less time and personnel than a trial by court-martial
Sometimes it is necessary to administer non-judicial punishment to service members. What should you do before resorting to these measures?
It is important to attempt to correct and reform service members through counseling and corrective training.
What punishments can be given under a summarized Article 15?
- 14 Days Restriction
- 14 Days Extra Duty
- Written Reprimand
- Oral Reprimand
- Oral Admonishment
If given a Summarized Article 15, does the service member have the right to consult a lawyer?
No
Which Article in UCMJ gives NCO his/her Authority?
Article 91
What is the Maximum number of days a service member may wait before registering an appeal concerning punishment under an Article 51?
Five Calendar Days