What article in the UCMJ covers non-judicial punishment?

What article in the UCMJ covers non-judicial punishment?

• A. Article 15
• B. Article 5
• C. Article 134
• D. Article 92

Answer: (A)

Non-judicial punishment is provided by Article 15 of the UCMJ. It lets a commanding officer address minor offenses quickly and with less formality than a court-martial. The idea is to impose limited penalties without going through the full judicial process, while still upholding the service member’s right to due process (such as the option to consult counsel or to demand trial by court-martial if they choose). Typical NJP penalties include reprimand, extra duties, restriction, and, for enlisted personnel, possible reductions in rank or limited forfeiture of pay. The other articles mentioned govern different paths within military justice—court-martial jurisdiction and processes, or offenses that fall under different provisions—so they don’t specifically cover non-judicial punishment.

Non-judicial punishment is provided by Article 15 of the UCMJ. It lets a commanding officer address minor offenses quickly and with less formality than a court-martial. The idea is to impose limited penalties without going through the full judicial process, while still upholding the service member’s right to due process (such as the option to consult counsel or to demand trial by court-martial if they choose). Typical NJP penalties include reprimand, extra duties, restriction, and, for enlisted personnel, possible reductions in rank or limited forfeiture of pay. The other articles mentioned govern different paths within military justice—court-martial jurisdiction and processes, or offenses that fall under different provisions—so they don’t specifically cover non-judicial punishment.