Enhancing Your Military Discharge for Better Access to VA Disability Benefits
One of the most critical factors in determining eligibility for VA service-connected disability benefits is the character of discharge from military service. Veterans who receive anything other than an honorable discharge may face challenges in accessing the benefits they rightfully deserve…
Military Drug Test In The Navy, What Happens If You Fail?
A positive urinalysis result can impact one’s military career and may even result in court-martial charges. The outcome of a failed urinalysis test will vary by rank, service, and type of drug. However, any service member who tests positive will be in a fight to save their military career.
What Happens If You Fail A Military Drug Test In The Marines?
Any military member who tests positive on a urinalysis test should consult with an experienced military attorney immediately. The attorney can help them understand their rights and learn more about their chain of command’s likely actions due to the positive test.
What Happens If You Fail A Military Drug Test In The Army?
Most armed service members know when they return to their unit after the holidays or other periods of leave, they will likely be subjected to military drug testing. A positive military drug test result can impact their military career and may even result in court-martial charges.
What Happens If You Fail A Military Drug Test in the Air Force?
Most armed service members know when they return to their unit after the holidays or other periods of leave, they will likely be subjected to military drug testing.
How To Get Your Reenlistment Code Changed?
The secretary of a military branch acts through a board to correct military records (BCMR). They can change any military record to correct an error or remove an injustice, including reenlistment code.
UCMJ Article 82: Soliciting Commission of Offenses
According to the MCM, a service member may be subject to prosecution under Article 82 if they solicit or give advice regarding an offense outlined in the UCMJ.
UCMJ Article 81: Conspiracy
The objective of the conspiracy must be a violation of the UCMJ and the act itself must be an incident separate from the agreement. The offense may or may not be criminal, but it must be a result of the agreement between the parties involved.
UCMJ Article 80: Attempts
A service member may be charged with a violation of Article 80 if they intentionally attempted to commit a crime that was executed unsuccessfully.
Can You Change An Other Than Honorable Discharge (OTH)?
This characterization of service is referred to as an “Other Than Honorable” or “OTH” discharge. An OTH is the worst administrative discharge available. It results in a significant loss of military service benefits and may cause hardships in post-service civilian life.
