The Mayer Law Blog

After the Court-Martial

Posted May 10th, 2012

For individuals convicted at court-martial, the long-term effects can be onerous. While jail is a short-term possibility, most servicemembers convicted at court-martial suffer through long-term stigma caused by the process. 1. The Discharge A court-martial usually may impose a punitive discharge. There are two of these: Bad-Conduct Discharge and Dishonorable Discharge. While there are differences… Read More

Spicy or Regular

Posted April 18th, 2012

During the past 2 years, the military has moved quickly to address the use of spice (synthetic marijuana, K2) among servicemembers. Depending on the circumstances, you could find yourself subject to a court-martial, nonjudicial punishment, or administrative separation if you are caught or confess to using spice. Remember a few key points: Never forget that… Read More