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What is the punishment for an officer using contemptuous words against the President or Vice President?
What is the punishment for an officer using contemptuous words against the President or Vice President?
Who must sign charges and specifications according to Article 71?
Who must sign charges and specifications according to Article 71?
Which act would NOT be considered disrespect toward a superior officer?
Which act would NOT be considered disrespect toward a superior officer?
Which of the following actions could result in the death penalty according to military law?
Which of the following actions could result in the death penalty according to military law?
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What is required from the officer committing a prisoner under Article 72?
What is required from the officer committing a prisoner under Article 72?
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What defines insubordinate conduct toward a non-commissioned officer (NCO)?
What defines insubordinate conduct toward a non-commissioned officer (NCO)?
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What is the timeframe for reporting the confinement of a prisoner according to Article 73?
What is the timeframe for reporting the confinement of a prisoner according to Article 73?
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What consequence does a person face if they release a prisoner without proper authority as stated in Article 74?
What consequence does a person face if they release a prisoner without proper authority as stated in Article 74?
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What is required for any disobedience to be punishable under Article 65?
What is required for any disobedience to be punishable under Article 65?
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Which article specifies the actions to take if a prisoner is received and held by a provost marshal or commander of the guard?
Which article specifies the actions to take if a prisoner is received and held by a provost marshal or commander of the guard?
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Which of the following is NOT a consequence outlined for insubordination towards a superior officer?
Which of the following is NOT a consequence outlined for insubordination towards a superior officer?
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Which statement accurately summarizes Article 63 regarding disrespect toward superiors?
Which statement accurately summarizes Article 63 regarding disrespect toward superiors?
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Which act would likely lead to a court-martial under Article 67?
Which act would likely lead to a court-martial under Article 67?
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What is the minimum number of officers required to form a General Court-Martial?
What is the minimum number of officers required to form a General Court-Martial?
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Which category of officers is NOT permitted to serve on a court-martial?
Which category of officers is NOT permitted to serve on a court-martial?
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Who has the authority to appoint a General Court-Martial?
Who has the authority to appoint a General Court-Martial?
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What is the minimum composition of officers required for a Special Court-Martial?
What is the minimum composition of officers required for a Special Court-Martial?
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Which of the following statements about fraudulent enlistment is true?
Which of the following statements about fraudulent enlistment is true?
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Which appointing authority is responsible for a Summary Court-Martial?
Which appointing authority is responsible for a Summary Court-Martial?
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Which of the following is NOT considered an instance of fraudulent enlistment?
Which of the following is NOT considered an instance of fraudulent enlistment?
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Who can detail a law member in a General Court-Martial?
Who can detail a law member in a General Court-Martial?
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What must occur when a person is undergoing a military trial or awaiting trial?
What must occur when a person is undergoing a military trial or awaiting trial?
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In what condition must a commanding officer deliver an accused person to civil authorities?
In what condition must a commanding officer deliver an accused person to civil authorities?
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What does a Court-Martial have the authority to do regarding an accused person?
What does a Court-Martial have the authority to do regarding an accused person?
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Which authority is responsible for apprehending an accused individual under military law?
Which authority is responsible for apprehending an accused individual under military law?
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What type of crime or offense can lead to delivery to civil authorities?
What type of crime or offense can lead to delivery to civil authorities?
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What is required of commanding officers regarding accused persons?
What is required of commanding officers regarding accused persons?
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Under what condition can a military trial lead to a person's incarceration in military custody?
Under what condition can a military trial lead to a person's incarceration in military custody?
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Who is NOT involved in the apprehension of an accused individual under these military laws?
Who is NOT involved in the apprehension of an accused individual under these military laws?
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What should happen if an individual is to be secured following a military trial?
What should happen if an individual is to be secured following a military trial?
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Which of the following is a potential outcome of being dismissed from service by the Court-Martial?
Which of the following is a potential outcome of being dismissed from service by the Court-Martial?
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What is the punishment for misbehavior before the enemy under Article 76?
What is the punishment for misbehavior before the enemy under Article 76?
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Which Article addresses the improper use of countersign?
Which Article addresses the improper use of countersign?
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What is the punishment for dealing in captured or abandoned property as per Article 81?
What is the punishment for dealing in captured or abandoned property as per Article 81?
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What action is penalized under Article 87 during wartime?
What action is penalized under Article 87 during wartime?
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What does Article 88 address?
What does Article 88 address?
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Which Article outlines the punishment for forcing a safeguard?
Which Article outlines the punishment for forcing a safeguard?
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Which of the following is true regarding Article 86 on being drunk on duty?
Which of the following is true regarding Article 86 on being drunk on duty?
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What is the consequence of unlawfully influencing the action of the court according to Article 88A?
What is the consequence of unlawfully influencing the action of the court according to Article 88A?
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Study Notes
Disrespect and Insubordination
- Article 63 prohibits disrespect toward the President, Vice President, Congress, or SND. Mere criticism not intended disrespectfully is not a violation.
- Punishment for violation of Article 63 includes dismissal from service, as directed by Court-Martial.
- Article 64 addresses disrespect toward superior officers, encompassing verbal disrespect and neglecting customary salutes, punishable as directed by Court-Martial.
Assault and Disobedience
- Article 65 delineates the punishment for assaulting or willfully disobeying a superior officer, with severe consequences including death.
- Striking a superior or lifting a weapon against them while they are executing their duty constitutes a violation.
Insubordination to Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs)
- Article 66 covers insubordinate conduct towards NCOs, including threats, assaults, or disrespectful behavior. Punishments are decided by Court-Martial.
Mutiny and Sedition
- Article 67 defines mutiny and sedition, where attempts to incite or join mutiny result in possible death punishment or as directed by Court-Martial.
Court-Martial Composition
- General Court-Martial consists of a minimum of five officers, while Special Court-Martial requires at least three and Summary Court-Martial involves one officer.
- A law member must not be an officer from the Judge Advocate General Service in General Court-Martial.
Appointing Authorities for Court-Martial
- General Court-Martial can be appointed by the President, CSAFP, or designated officials.
- Special Court-Martial is appointed by those who can appoint General Court-Martial with similar authority.
- Summary Court-Martial can be appointed by commanders of various units where troops are stationed.
Fraudulent Enlistment
- Article 54 addresses fraudulent enlistment through misrepresentation or concealment regarding qualifications and past discharges.
- Violations contribute to enlistment being voidable at the government's option.
Charges and Handling of Prisoners
- Article 71 stipulates charges must be signed under oath by someone with personal knowledge.
- Article 72 forbids refusal to receive prisoners committed by military officers, punishable by Court-Martial.
- Reports regarding prisoners must be made within 24 hours under Article 73, with failures punishable by Court-Martial.
War Offenses
- Article 76 through Article 84 includes serious offenses such as misbehavior before the enemy, compelling surrender, and aiding the enemy, typically punishable by death or as directed by Court-Martial.
- Specific articles address the improper use of military property and conduct related to captured property.
Miscellaneous Crimes and Offenses
- Articles 85 to 88A cover various offenses like unlawful disposition of military property, being drunk on duty, and misbehavior of sentinels, each with respective punishments ranging from dismissal to fines or confinement.
- Emphasizes the importance of maintaining military discipline and integrity in all conduct.
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Test your understanding of Article 63 regarding disrespect towards higher authorities such as the President and Congress. This quiz covers the implications of insubordination and the potential punishments outlined. Challenge your knowledge of military conduct and the importance of respectful discourse.
