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1. I respectfully disagree, Sean, As a JAG prosecutor (Trial Counsel) I also served as legal advisor to commanders. When I had to determine if a soldier who declined Article 15 punishment could be court-martialed, I took that duty deadly seriously . . .
2. At times, I advised commanders that we could not proceed to a court martial because the Article 15, non-judicial punishment was not lawful in the first instance. I view this process as loosely analogous to . . .
3. the concept of civilian government checks & balances. My 6+ years as an Army JAG left me w/the firm belief that it’s an excellent system of criminal justice. To be sure, as is the case in any system, there are weakness as well as outright abuses, but they are the exception...
4. I stand by my assessment. Thank you for sharing your position and civilly stating your disagreement. And most importantly, thank you for service, Sean.
