Divorce can bring about major changes, particularly for military families. It is important to comprehend how this legal process affects various benefits many service members and their spouses come to rely on. Divorce can alter the benefits landscape from health care...
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What could cause you to face a court-martial?
Military service demands a high standard of conduct. It is not just about physical fitness and combat readiness; it is about discipline, loyalty and upholding a code that keeps everyone safe and the mission on track. But sometimes, even the bravest soldiers can cross...
A closer look at jury issues in military court
Military courts play a major role in upholding order within the armed forces. As in civilian courts, military courts rely on juries to render a verdict of guilty or innocent. However, military juries and civilian juries differ in numerous ways. The dynamics of...
Potential penalties from a summary court-martial
When you face a summary court-martial, you should understand the potential penalties for conviction before the proceedings. The more you know about the possible penalties, the easier it is to prepare in advance. The decisions made during a summary court-martial can...
What should you know about military divorces?
Divorcing when you’re in the military is a major undertaking because your duties for work aren’t going to pause simply because you need to deal with things at home. As a result, there are many things you might be concerned about if you’re in this position....
Common issues when determining child custody in a military divorce
Divorce is never simple matter, especially regarding matters of child custody. If you or your spouse are active military members, then you likely have even more questions about parenting time and the overall custody situation.. It is important to remember that every...
What may happen if a military member stands accused of a minor crime?
The handling of criminal matters within the military happens inside the military. For minor crimes, commanding officers will usually handle investigations and make decisions about what happens next. They will typically work with attorneys on the matter but hold the...
When is an appeal available for a court-martial?
While military-related criminal charges go through a different system than the civilian judicial system, there are still rights you have that are similar to those outside the military. One of those rights is the ability to appeal the ruling in your case. The United...
What are the 3 types of courts-martial?
If you are in the military, you undoubtedly understand the importance of following the Uniform Code of Military Justice. After all, as Military.com points out, the UCMJ is a federal law that applies to all members of the armed services plus activated National Guard...
No need to face military law issues alone
Like most military service members in Kentucky, when you signed up to serve, you no doubt felt proud and eager to serve your country, whether you were planning to make a career of it or to serve a specific amount of time but not reenlist. Either way, if a legal...