When Can Charges Be Amended After Preferral?
Charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice are not [...]
Can Charges Be Reduced Before Trial in a Court-Martial?
Yes. Military charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice [...]
How Long Does Referral Take in a Court-Martial?
If you are under investigation or charges have been preferred [...]
Can the Staff Judge Advocate Stop Referral?
If you are under investigation and charges have been preferred, [...]
Can a Commander Refuse to Refer Charges?
Yes. A commander — acting as a Convening Authority — [...]
What Is the Difference Between Preferral and Referral?
If you are facing charges under the Uniform Code of [...]
What Is a Referral Packet in a Court-Martial?
If you have heard that your case is “being sent [...]
What Is a Charge Sheet (DD Form 458)?
If you have received a Charge Sheet — DD Form [...]
Should You Demand Trial by Court-Martial?
The Most Dangerous Decision in Military Justice If you have [...]
Suppression Strategy at the Article 32 Stage
Most lawyers think suppression begins at trial. Experienced military litigators [...]