Tag: Air Force

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 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 →

U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles from the 336th Fighter Squadron assigned to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, taxi to their parking spots after completing a NATO Enhanced Air Policing mission out of Łask Air Base, Poland, Feb. 28, 2022. Air Defense integration and eAP demonstrates NATO’s capabilities, readiness and resolve to protect Allied populations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jacob Albers.)

Following Counter-Investigation by Veritas Military Law, Air Force OSTC Drops False Allegations of Rape and Domestic Violence

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Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina--In the military, a common theme of couples on the rocks is allegations of serious criminal misconduct. Especially for active-duty service members, spouses understand how easy it is to make allegations, how serious the military treats these cases now, and the career-ending implications they can have with just their … Continue reading Following Counter-Investigation by Veritas Military Law, Air Force OSTC Drops False Allegations of Rape and Domestic Violence →

Airmen assigned to the 335th Training Squadron participate in a freestyle drill during the 4th Quarter Drill Down at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., Oct. 11, 2024. Drill Downs are hosted quarterly by the 81st Training Group to allow Airmen and other service members to train and demonstrate proficiency in executing drill movements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrew Young.)

Commander-Directed Investigation Unsubstantiated Against O-5 Squadron Commander

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Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi--A squadron commander in the 81st Training Wing (home to the Air Force's largest technical training group) was brought in to clean up a squadron with many issues. Throughout this O-5 commander's tour, the commander took the much-needed steps of holding members accountable at all levels of the squadron. However, holding … Continue reading Commander-Directed Investigation Unsubstantiated Against O-5 Squadron Commander →

The 1st Infantry Division, Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, Commanding Generals Mounted Color Guard attended the 127th annual Cheyenne Frontier Days in Cheyenne, Wyoming, July 26, 2024. The CGMCG uses this opportunity reach out to new communities through public events and cavalry demonstrations. (Army photo by Spc. Koltyn Omarah.)

Magistrate Court Petty Offense Dismissed Against Retired Navy E-8

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Cheyenne, Wyoming--A retired Senior Chief from the Navy was exonerated with the help of Veritas Military Law, when a petty offense criminal action against him was dismissed by Magistrate Judge Scott Klosterman. Each military service uses the federal magistrate program differently. Even different installations within a service have differing magistrate court/petty offense programs. In this … Continue reading Magistrate Court Petty Offense Dismissed Against Retired Navy E-8 →