Legal Question in Military Law in Georgia

Inappopriate Relationship

I am bening investigated for an inappopriate realtionship. What are my rights? I have not been interviewed by the 15-6 officer.


Asked on 12/22/05, 2:32 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Donald G. Rehkopf, Jr. Brenna, Brenna & Boyce, PLLC

Re: Inappopriate Relationship

Get a lawyer IMMEDIATELY - go to the Army Trial Defense Services office on Post. Respectfully DECLINE to speak to the AR 15-6, Investigating Officer, without a lawyer present. If they read you your Article 31, UCMJ, rights, REFUSE to answer anything - politely of course. Just say, "Sir/Ma'am, I respectfully request that I have a lawyer present." If this involves a Recruit, there's trouble ahead, so help yourself. Get a lawyer ASAP. Good luck.

Don Rehkopf

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Answered on 12/22/05, 4:46 am
Neal Puckett The Law Firm of Puckett and Faraj, PC

Re: Inappopriate Relationship

The AR 15-6 Investigating Officer should advise you that you are suspected of the inappropriate relationship, and advise you of your Art 31(b) rights. Those include the right to remain silent and the right to consult an attorney before answering questions. You should assert both rights. Respectfully DECLINE to answer questions and respectfully REQUEST to speak with an attorney. You can contact me if you have any questions: [email protected]

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Answered on 12/22/05, 6:43 am


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