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  1. What is the primary source of military law governing all members of the U.S. Armed Forces?

    Answer: The Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)

    The UCMJ, enacted by Congress in 1950, is the foundational legal code governing all U.S. military personnel.

  2. Which article of the UCMJ covers the general article, prohibiting conduct unbecoming conduct prejudicial to good order and discipline?

    Answer: Article 134

    Article 134 is the general article covering disorders, neglects, and conduct of a nature to bring discredit to the armed forces.

  3. What type of non-judicial punishment allows a commanding officer to discipline a service member without a court-martial?

    Answer: Article 15 (Captain's Mast)

    Article 15, known as Captain's Mast in the Navy/Marine Corps, is a non-judicial punishment administered by a commanding officer.

  4. Under the UCMJ, what article prohibits absence without leave (AWOL)?

    Answer: Article 86

    Article 86 of the UCMJ prohibits unauthorized absence from one's unit, organization, or place of duty.

  5. What is the highest level of court-martial, capable of imposing the death penalty for certain offenses?

    Answer: General Court-Martial

    A General Court-Martial is the highest military court and may impose any lawful punishment, including death for capital offenses.

  6. Which article of the UCMJ addresses disobeying a lawful order from a superior commissioned officer?

    Answer: Article 90

    Article 90 specifically addresses willful disobedience of a lawful command from a superior commissioned officer.