What is the MCM military?
The Manual for Courts-Martial (MCM) is the official guide to the conduct of courts-martial in the United States military. An Executive Order of the President of the United States, the MCM details and expands on the military law established in the statute Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
Where can I find the Uniform Code of Military Justice?
The UCMJ is found in Title 10, Subtitle A, Part II, Chapter 47 of the United States Code.
Which level of court-martial can impose a sentence of life imprisonment or death?
general court-martial
A general court-martial can impose the maximum punishments authorized under the UCMJ, including death, life imprisonment, and dishonorable discharge.
When a sailor is officially charged under the UCMJ they should be advised of their rights?
Investigators and command members must advise you of your rights under Article 31(b) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) prior to asking you any questions regarding criminal matters in which you are a suspect.
Can you wear military uniform to court?
In all court proceedings, the Air Force, and moreover, its members, must protect the Air Force’s professional image. Hence, a Service member who is subpoenaed to testify as a defendant where a conviction would bring discredit upon the Air Force or the uniform is not authorized to wear his or her uniform.
Is an Article 15 a criminal conviction?
An Article 15 hearing is not a conviction—it is an administrative punishment.
Can a flagged Soldier take leave?
To my knowledge a Flag only stops advanced or excess leave. Normal leave is a benefit (meaning it is earned as part of your compensation), not an privilege. Therefore it can only be stopped in rare cases. For example, the command can disapprove leave if they could prove you are a flight risk for AWOL.
Can an NCO detain a Soldier?
An enlisted member may be ordered into arrest or confinement by any commissioned officer by an order, oral or written, delivered in person or through other persons subject to this chapter.