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Trainees walk onto the black top at the Phingston Reception Center during the Coin and Retreat Ceremony’s Naturalization recognition at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Sept. 25, 2024. More than 600 Airmen assigned to Flights 599-613, received the Airman’s coin during the 737th Training Group’s Coin and Retreat Ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame.)

E-1 Facing 17 Years of Confinement Secures Plea Agreement for 3 Years, with Ability to Win Dismissal for Speedy Trial Violations

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Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas--An Airman Basic (Air Force E-1) found himself in pretrial confinement at the Guadalupe County Adult Detention Center (county jail) facing numerous allegations of possessing and distrubiting child pornography (also referred to as child sexual abuse material--CSAM) as well as communicating indecent language. Mr. Tolin and his team jumped into the … Continue reading E-1 Facing 17 Years of Confinement Secures Plea Agreement for 3 Years, with Ability to Win Dismissal for Speedy Trial Violations →

Commander, Naval Medical Forces Support Command joined by commanding officer, Navy Medical Research Unit San Antonio and Sailors and Coast Guardsmen representing the Sea Services wave to the crowd during the Texas Cavaliers Fiesta River Parade June 21, 2021, San Antonio, Texas. The parade is one of key events during Fiesta San Antonio and dates back to 1941. It runs along the River Walk in downtown San Antonio. Fiesta began as a one-time parade (Battle of Flowers) in 1891, to honor the memory of the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto, has grown into a celebration of San Antonio's rich and diverse cultures. Military representatives participate in receptions, parades, pilgrimages and memorials. (Air Force photo by Mr. Johnny Saldivar.)

Officer Article 15 Set Aside for Alleged Delta-9 THC (Marijuana) Use

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Joint Base San Antonio, Texas--When any military member tests positive on a random urinalysis (UA), their first stop should be to a trial lawyer who knows how to defend these cases. Here, a well-respected Air Force medical provider tested positive for delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the cannabinoid that provides the desired effects from marijuana. Many services … Continue reading Officer Article 15 Set Aside for Alleged Delta-9 THC (Marijuana) Use →

U.S. Army corporals, infantrymen with the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, load an M249 squad automatic weapon during Exercise Southern Vanguard 25, in Antuco, Chile, Aug. 26, 2025. Exercise Southern Vanguard 25 underscores the U.S. Army’s enduring commitment to regional partnership as U.S. forces deploy to Chile to conduct combined mountain warfare, field, and command post training alongside Chilean forces, with participation from Argentina and Peru - strengthening interoperability, shared readiness, and mutual trust while advancing regional security and cooperation across the Western Hemisphere. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Richelle Cruickshank.)

18-year Desertion Case with International Complications Results in Administrative Separation Instead of Trial by Court-Martial

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Lima, Peru--About 2% of the U.S. military are not citizens of the United States. See Foreign Nationals in the U.S. Armed Forces: Immigration Issues (2025). Many of those foreign nationals adopt the U.S. as their country and use their military service to prove their value to the U.S. as they begin their immigration journey. But … Continue reading 18-year Desertion Case with International Complications Results in Administrative Separation Instead of Trial by Court-Martial →

An AC-130 Spectre from the 16th Special Operations Squadron flies a training mission Aug. 11, 2010, at Cannon Air Force Base, N. M. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Jack Braden.)

Peer-Review Hearing Panel Recommends Full Restoration of Clinical Privileges in Response to Proposed Full Revocation

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Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico--Military medical providers are required to be licensed by a home state, but their military superiors hold immense power over the status of their ability to practice medicine in the armed forces, as well as when they separate. In this particular case, the military medical provider had committed misconduct, saying … Continue reading Peer-Review Hearing Panel Recommends Full Restoration of Clinical Privileges in Response to Proposed Full Revocation →

A U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant of the 86th Logistic Readiness Squadron, packs up a pantograph fueling system after completing a refueling job at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Jan. 31, 2024. The in-ground fuels system allowed Cash to pump the aircrafts nearly 32,000 gallon tank by herself, saving the 86th LRS from needing to send multiple fuel trucks and Airmen to accomplish the job. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew Bertain.)

Pretrial Confinee Released After Hearing Reveals Illegal Pretrial Confinement of Enlisted Airman

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Ramstein Air Base, Germany--Officers wield enormous power over enlisted servicemembers. One of those powers is the ability to confine an enlisted member with a low standard of probable cause simply by being an officer--any officer. See Rule 304(b), Rules for Courts-Martial. In general, the Air Force attempts to keep officers from steering too far by … Continue reading Pretrial Confinee Released After Hearing Reveals Illegal Pretrial Confinement of Enlisted Airman →

Airmen and families hold the American flag for the national anthem during Military Monday at Cheyenne Frontier Days, July 23, 2022, at the Cheyenne Rodeo Grounds. Fort D.A. Russell and F.E Warren Air Force Base have supported Cheyenne Frontier Days since its inception in 1897, and CFD continues to honor the military by dedicating a day to all service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Post.)

Air Force Pays Settlement to Retired Navy E-8 for Wrongful Termination in U.S. Merit System Protection Board Appeal

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F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming--Just like many military retirees, this retired Navy Senior Chief continued serving his country after hanging up his uniform by entering the civil service, moving to Cheyenne, Wyoming, to serve the Air Force. From there, this civil servant peformed well, earning positive reviews on his appraisals and being honored with … Continue reading Air Force Pays Settlement to Retired Navy E-8 for Wrongful Termination in U.S. Merit System Protection Board Appeal →

A private and U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence combat medic specialist listens to instruction from the team leader while patrolling during a combat medic field training exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas, Jan. 25, 2024. The purpose of the course is to expand upon Army medic base level skills on how to keep casualties of combat operations alive for 12-24 hours after engagement. After a threat is neutralized while on patrol, the soldiers transport the wounded to the nearest battalion aid station at the forward operating base to continue emergency care. (U.S. Air Force photo by Taylor Curry.)

Army OSTC Drops Allegation of Sexual Assault After Veritas Military Law Provides Exculpatory Evidence

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Joint Base San Antonio, Texas--Being investigated by Army Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is not the way most soldiers want to spend their career. But even for those who stay on the right side of the law, simple consensual interactions can result in your life being turned upside down and inside out. What makes life harder … Continue reading Army OSTC Drops Allegation of Sexual Assault After Veritas Military Law Provides Exculpatory Evidence →

Soldiers with the Fort Sam Houston Caisson Section carry the flag-draped casket during an interment ceremony, Feb. 10, 2024, at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tristin English.)

Army O-5 Exonerated in AR 15-6 for False Allegations of Bullying and Counterproductive Leadership

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JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, TX--Over the last decade, there seems to have been a shift across the board in the military where alleged victims have gained so much power that many leaders are walking on eggshells. However, leadership tasks still must get done. Holding people accountable must still happen. Leading down and up is still a … Continue reading Army O-5 Exonerated in AR 15-6 for False Allegations of Bullying and Counterproductive Leadership →

A 319th Security Forces Squadron base defense operations center controller practices a drone landing during an unmanned aircraft system flight training course at the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, April 27, 2022. Over the course of three days, members familiarized themselves with the drone features that can assist them with conducting daily operations such as security patrol and incident response missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Richards.)

19.5-Year NCO Fully Acquitted at Special Court-Martial to Save Retirement

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Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota--A potentially career-ending saga finally ended a year later for this 19.5-year NCO, who was fully acquitted after a litigated defense by Veritas Military Law. This Black NCO was a frequent shopper at a national sporting goods store, spending thousands of dollars over the years, when one day, they … Continue reading 19.5-Year NCO Fully Acquitted at Special Court-Martial to Save Retirement →

Air assault students rappel from a tower for practice and to build trust in their belay men during an air assault school held at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk Jan. 9-20, 2023. (U.S. Army photo by Angie Thorne.)

Army O-4 and Former Commander Retained by Board

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Fort Polk, Louisiana--High-speed former company commander was retained by a Board of Inquiry held at the Joint Readiness Training Center, Fort Polk, Louisiana. This field grade officer took on the mantle of command, but ultimately had an AR 15-6 substantiated against him, as he made the mistake of putting mission before people, without recognition in … Continue reading Army O-4 and Former Commander Retained by Board →