On August 15, 2022, the Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals (NMCCA) overturned the trial judge’s original dismissal of Chief Eric … [Read more...] about Final decision: Top military court rules that Chief Eric Gilmet charges are again dismissed with prejudice
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District Attorney for Michael Bloch case picks 9/11 trial date, ignores requests from concerned callers
Each year, the 9/11 anniversary is a somber and revered day in our Nation’s history, but a North Carolina District Attorney (DA), Ernie Lee, … [Read more...] about District Attorney for Michael Bloch case picks 9/11 trial date, ignores requests from concerned callers
Board determines 2 Raiders will retire honorably unless Marine General overturns
On 1 August 2023 at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Marine Gunnery Sergeants Danny Draher and Josh Negron went before a board of inquiry (BOI) … [Read more...] about Board determines 2 Raiders will retire honorably unless Marine General overturns
Steven Smiley: Not guilty of negligent homicide, guilty of felony ‘name calling’
On July 28, 2023, Marine Staff Sergeant Steven Smiley was found to be not guilty of all charges including negligent homicide and obstruction of … [Read more...] about Steven Smiley: Not guilty of negligent homicide, guilty of felony ‘name calling’
Task & Purpose: Parris Island drill instructor found not guilty of Marine’s death during Crucible
By Jeff Schogol | Published Jul 28, 2023 6:14 PM EDT A drill instructor has been found not guilty of negligent homicide and most other … [Read more...] about Task & Purpose: Parris Island drill instructor found not guilty of Marine’s death during Crucible
Support the MARSOC 3: Send this letter to your members of Congress
On Tuesday 17 Jan 2023, Gunnery Sergeant Negron and Gunnery Sergeant Draher were co-tried in a General Court Martial at the main courthouse at … [Read more...] about Support the MARSOC 3: Send this letter to your members of Congress
What is a wrongful conviction? Here are the top examples
The Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) was created in 1950 with the intent of allowing commanders to ensure good order and discipline … [Read more...] about What is a wrongful conviction? Here are the top examples
New podcast series ‘The War Within’ gives detailed account of Robert Bales case
In 2012, U.S Army Staff Sergeant Robert “Bob” Bales conducted, what he believed to be, a pre-emptive strike against Taliban fighters who had … [Read more...] about New podcast series ‘The War Within’ gives detailed account of Robert Bales case
Major James Capers’ memoir named to USMC Commandant’s Reading List
The Marine Corps Commandant's Professional Reading Program (CPRP) is reviewed bi-annually to ensure it remains relevant, current, and promotes … [Read more...] about Major James Capers’ memoir named to USMC Commandant’s Reading List
Task & Purpose: Marines look to boot 2 of MARSOC 3 and take their Raider badge
Despite Marine Raider Gunnery Sergeants Danny Draher and Josh Negron being found not guilty of charges of manslaughter and negligent homicide … [Read more...] about Task & Purpose: Marines look to boot 2 of MARSOC 3 and take their Raider badge
Staff Sergeant Steven Smiley: A look at the case details for a stellar Marine drill instructor
UPDATED 7/28/2023 -- Marine Staff Sergeant Steven Smiley has been found NOT GUILTY of all charges including negligent homicide and obstruction … [Read more...] about Staff Sergeant Steven Smiley: A look at the case details for a stellar Marine drill instructor
Staff Sergeant Michael Bloch: A look at the case details for this elite Marine Raider
In 2014, after 12 years of stellar service to our country as a U.S. Marine Corps Raider, Staff Sergeant Michael Bloch, a highly decorated … [Read more...] about Staff Sergeant Michael Bloch: A look at the case details for this elite Marine Raider