Expert Legal Support for Military Sexual Offense Allegations
As a member of our country’s military, you are held to an even higher ethical standard. When this standard is violated, especially when the violation is sexual in nature, it comes with a great deal of scrutiny from the public and can be harmful to an individual, even if they are completely innocent. Being accused of a sexual offense while serving in the military can be devastating to your reputation, freedom, career and should be taken very seriously. Our team at John Malek Law Group understands how devastating it can be to face such allegations and the repercussions those allegations can have on your life. If you are found guilty of such an offense, the specific charges can have profound and vastly differing consequences and effects on your future. We have experience helping military members accused of a variety of sexual offenses and will aggressively defend you inside and outside of court. When so much is at stake, you can’t afford to fight the allegations alone. Facing sexual abuse charges as a military member? Call John Malek Law Group today at (208) 747-0053 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with our dedicated defense team.
Most military sexual offense charges are prosecuted under Article 120 of the UCMJ (10 U.S.C. §920), which covers rape and sexual assault. A rape conviction can carry confinement for life, and sexual assault under Article 120 can carry up to 30 years of confinement. Because a punitive discharge is mandatory upon conviction for these offenses, even a case that seems minor can end a service member’s career. A conviction can also trigger lifetime sex offender registration once you return to civilian life, and the case will typically proceed through the full court-martial process. Given the stakes, service members accused under Article 120 need an attorney who understands both the UCMJ and how these allegations affect life after the military.
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