Military Legal Matters Archive

In U.S. military service, an other than honorable (OTH) discharge represents the most severe form of administrative discharge...

An honorable discharge is a type of military discharge given to service members who have met or exceeded the standards of...

A military discharge is when a service member is released from their military service obligations. More than 200,000 U.S...

Getting a military divorce is a complex process thanks to military rules and regulations.

A "dishonorable discharge" is a type of military separation given as a punishment for a serious offense during military...

Article 138 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) is one of the most powerful rights for a service member wronged by...

Military members who are not fit to serve may be faced with involuntary separation from their branch through a process called...

If you are in the military, there is no doubt you have heard the term "zero tolerance" when it comes to the topic of drugs.

When a veteran receives poor medical treatment at a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital or medical facility, they...

A prior service member, regardless of the classification of service or the nature of their discharge, never should give up...

No cadet or midshipmen joins the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) with the thought that they will face disenrollment...

While social media literacy has been a hot topic for many Americans recently, people -- especially service members -- need to...

Can retirees make political statements, publicly denounce a politician or wear their uniform while marching in protests?

Legal protections and financial benefits are available when called to active service.

Veteran Treatment Courts help veterans suffering from substance abuse or mental health issues with early intervention &...

USERRA is a federal law that protects military service members and veterans from employment discrimination based on their...

Military members are subject to different laws than civilians. There are also several free legal resources available to them.

The deadline to request a ballot for the November election is coming up.

The UCMJ provides for three different types of courts-martial: summary, special, and general.

If you disagree with a decision of the Board of Veterans' Appeals you may appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans'...