UCMJ Basics
What does UCMJ stand for?
Uniform Code of Military Justice
What are rights under Article 31?
Remain silent, attorney, trial
What reg covers EO & SHARP?
AR 600-20
Chapter 8 covers?
Sexual Assault Prevention & Response (SAPR)
What is sexism?
Belief one gender is superior
What is sexual assault?
→ Intentional sexual contact w/force, threat, or no consent
What does MCM stand for?
Manual for Courts Martial
Max punishment for Company Grade Art 15?
7 days correctional custody (E-3↓), 14 days restriction, 14 days duty, 1 rank reduction (E-4↓), 7 days forfeiture
What chapter covers EO?
Chapter 6
What is sexual harassment?
Gender discrimination w/unwanted sexual advances, verbal/physical gestures
What is gender discrimination?
Actions depriving rights due to gender
Restricted reporting?
→ Confidential disclosure to SARC/VA, HCP, Chaplain
What does SCM stand for?
Summary Courts Martial | Hint: “S = Smallest”
What year did UCMJ become law?
1951
What chapter covers SHARP?
Ch 7
Categories of sexual harassment?
Nonverbal, Verbal, Physical
What is discrimination?
Any unjust unequal treatment
Unrestricted reporting?
→ Disclosure triggers active investigation
What does GCM stand for?
General Court Martial | Hint: “G = Greatest”
Max punishment for Field Grade Art 15?
30 days custody (E-3↓), 60 days restriction, 30 days arrest in quarters, 45 days extra duty, reduction (E-4↓: any, E-5/6: 1 grade), forfeiture ½ pay × 2 months
EO philosophy is based on?
Fairness, Equality, Justice
I AM STRONG campaign?
Army’s SA prevention campaign
What is EO?
Right to participate & benefit if qualified
Unrestricted channels?
→ Chain of Command, Law Enforcement, SARC
What article in UCMJ covers nonjudicial punishment?
Article 15
What are the three types of court martial?
Summary, Special, General
Who maintains EO climate?
The Commander
Two types of reports?
Restricted, Unrestricted
Soldiers evaluated on?
Merit, fitness, capability
Restricted channels?
→ SARC/VA, HCP, Chaplain
What are the three types of NJP (Article 15)?
Summarized, Company grade, Field grade
What is the highest military court?
Court of Military Appeals
Goals of EO program?
Eliminate discrimination, sustain effective units
Who is the BDE SARC?
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What is racism?
Beliefs/attitudes that subordinate based on skin color
Categories of sexual harassment?
Nonverbal, Verbal, Physical
How long after an incident can a commander impose NJP?
Not more than 2 years
What are Articles 77–134 known as?
Punitive Articles
When/where does EO apply?
Everywhere & always
BN SHARP Rep?
?
Five techniques for SH?
Direct, Indirect, Third party, Chain of command, Formal complaint
What is discrimination?
Any unjust unequal treatment
How many articles are in the UCMJ?
146 + 12 sub-articles
Hint: Think: 146 = “1 Law for 6 services”
Who may impose an Article 15?
Any commanding officer
What does EO cover?
Race, Color, Gender, Gender Preference, Religion, National Origin
Precursors to SA?
Innuendos, Harassment, Indecent assaults
Who must have a Family Care Plan?
Single parents; dual military w/dependents
When/where does EO apply?
Everywhere & always
What is the max punishment for a Summary Article 15?
14 days extra duty, 14 days restriction, oral reprimand
Hint: “Summary = Short = 14 days max”
Who may impose a Field Grade Article 15?
Any O-4 or above
Who reports EO complaint to?
Commander or EO Rep
I. A.M. STRONG, what does I.A.M stand for?
Intervene, Act, Motivate
Purpose of SHARP?
Eliminate SA via awareness, prevention
Goals of EO program?
Eliminate discrimination, sustain effective units
What form is used for Article 15s?
DA Form 2627
Does a person have to accept a UCMJ?
No, he or she has the right to demand a trail by court martial.
Chapter 7 covers?
Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH)
How treat SA victims?
With dignity, fairness, respect
Two types of harassment?
Quid Pro Quo, Hostile Environment
Who maintains EO climate?
The Commander