Can I Get Kicked Out of the Military if I’m Convicted of a Civilian Crime?

Can I Get Kicked Out of the Military if I’m Convicted of a Civilian Crime?

In most cases, the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) governs the actions of service members. The military courts have sole jurisdiction over members of our military in many situations. Crimes involving murder, rape, and robbery committed off-base are often handled through the military courts. However, there are a few situations in which civilian courts could have jurisdiction over service members who commit civilian crimes. […]

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