Military Military Law 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of an Article 32 investigation under the UCMJ?

Accepted Answer

To serve as a preliminary hearing before general court-martial

Answer

An Article 32 hearing is a preliminary investigation that must occur before referral to a general court-martial.

Question 2

Which UCMJ article makes it an offense to behave with disrespect toward the President of the United States?

Accepted Answer

Article 88

Answer

Article 88 prohibits commissioned officers from using contemptuous words toward the President and other senior officials.

Question 3

Under UCMJ Article 31, a military suspect must be advised of which right before questioning?

Accepted Answer

Right to remain silent

Answer

Article 31 requires that suspects be advised of their right to remain silent before any interrogation.

Question 4

A general court-martial must include at least how many panel members when the death penalty is NOT sought?

Accepted Answer

5

Answer

A general court-martial requires a minimum of five panel members when the death penalty is not at issue.

Question 5

Which military justice action allows a commanding officer to dismiss charges without further proceedings?

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal of charges

Answer

A convening authority may withdraw charges at any time before findings are announced, ending proceedings.

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