The Mayer Law Blog

Despite What Your Lawyer Said, It Follows You

Posted August 1st, 2013

In the military, there is a misconduct adjudication process called Nonjudicial Punishment (NJP, also called an Article 15 after the corresponding section of the UCMJ). Typically for lower-level misconduct, it is a way for a military commander to adjudicate and punish misconduct in an expeditious manner, short of court-martial. Possible punishments include a loss of… 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