Scenarios Every Soldier Should Know Military service demands discipline, loyalty, and a level of personal accountability most civilians never experience. With that commitment comes a legal structure that is both strict and relentless. Most service members never expect to need a lawyer. But legal trouble in the military rarely gives advance warning. It shows up … Read more
You’ve Been Discharged. But Is That the End of the Uniform? Separation from the military can feel like a closed chapter. Until the desire to serve again shows up when you least expect it. For some, it comes from unfinished business. For others, it’s about regaining structure, access to benefits, or reclaiming a sense of … Read more
What’s a Reentry Code, Really? It’s one of those things you don’t pay much attention to—until you do. On your DD-214, somewhere down in the less noticeable sections, there’s a code. A reentry code. It looks harmless. Two or three letters and numbers, no explanation. But for a lot of people, that little code decides … Read more
Facing charges of indecent exposure under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) can be overwhelming for service members. Just what is indecent exposure, how severe are the punishments, and what defenses are available? The information here should provide everything you need to defend yourself against this accusation. The Definition of Indecent Exposure Under the … Read more
Required vaccines are nothing new for the US military. Yet the topic has garnered newfound attention following the COVID-19 vaccination order. Are you considering joining the military, or do you already serve in the Armed Forces? If so, be prepared to adhere to the Department of Defense (DoD) vaccination mandates as part of the requirement … Read more
Social media is everywhere now. Every generation, in some aspect, is affected by it. In August, the Department of Defense released its first guideline for social media use. That release acted as the catalyst for other social media reforms to be put into place. Army Announces New Social Media Policy This month the Army also … Read more
Have you heard of the Brandon Act? This legislation “modifies the regulatory requirement for the referral of a member of the Armed Forces for a mental health evaluation. It requires that commanding officers or supervisors make referrals as soon as practicable and that the referral process protect the confidentiality of the member.” The Brandon Act … Read more
When a person is charged with a crime, the judge may order pretrial confinement. The military version of pretrial confinement shares some similarities to civilian rules, but there are some notable differences. By understanding how pretrial confinement works for military members, you’ll know what to expect if this has been imposed on you. How Pretrial … Read more
Joseph L. Jordan, Attorney at Law, is based out of Killeen, Texas, with a strong presence at Fort Cavazos (Fort Hood). Even so, our military defense attorneys represent brave men and women from all five branches of the military, no matter where they’re stationed around the world. So whether you’re a Soldier, Sailor, Coast Guardsman, … Read more
Have you been contacted by CID, NCIS, or another military investigative organization? As soon as you learn you are being investigated for a crime while serving in the military, you should contact an attorney to defend your rights and guide you through the legal process. In the meantime, learn more about your rights as a … Read more