Military Justice Flashcards
What does the acronym UCMJ stand for?
Uniformed Code of Military Justice.
What is the “UCMJ.”
The statute that prescribes criminal law for soldiers.
What is essential for non-judicial punishment to have the proper corrective effect?
Prompt action.
What are the three classifications of Article 15?
Summarized, Company Grade, and Field Grade.
Who may impose an Article 15?
Any commanding officer including a WO exercising command.
What are the three types of Courts-martial?
Summary, Special, and General.
Who are commanders encouraged to consult prior to giving punishment under UCMJ?
Their NCO’s.
What are the five types of discharges?
Honorable, General, Other than Honorable, Bad Conduct, and Dishonorable.
What does “double-jeopardy” mean?
Being tried for the same offense twice.
What is the highest court in the Army?
The court of military appeals.
What is “probable cause?”
A reasonable belief that items related to criminal activity are in place to be searched.
What do the letters “MCM” stand for?
Manual for Courts-Marial.
