by Steve Shewmaker | Jun 23, 2021 | Drug Testing - Urinalysis, General Court Martial, Military Discharge, Military Justice, Military Separation Hearing
Military service members are tested twice yearly for drug use. The test is typically a urinalysis and you’ll be screened for marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines and opiates. In some cases you may also be screened for other drugs like barbiturates, LSD, or even...
by Steve Shewmaker | Mar 26, 2021 | General Court Martial, Military Separation Hearing
From a litigation standpoint, an administrative separation hearing is very similar to a contested court-martial. The Respondent is entitled to have an attorney, call witnesses, cross examine witnesses, and present opening and closing statements. There are some stark...
by Patty Shewmaker | Apr 15, 2020 | General Court Martial, Military Discharge, Military Justice, Military Separation Hearing, OTH Administrative Discharge, Special Court Martial
We get clients that call and ask us about the different types of discharges you can receive in the military. Discharges can involve a separation board or a court martial. You can only get a dishonorable discharge at a court martial because it is a legal proceeding....
by Steve Shewmaker | Aug 20, 2019 | Military Justice, Military Separation Hearing
Military separation hearings can have a tremendous impact on your retirement, pension, healthcare and reputation. Do not take them lightly and retain experienced legal counsel to protect your interests. Steve Shewmaker and Mickey Williams of Shewmaker and Shewmaker...
