we are all familiar with the warning that “power corrupts.” And if you’re like me, when you hear the phrase the first type of corrupted power you think of is greed. If you shift the phrase to the military frame of reference, you might think of...
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The Pay Rules for Commissioned Officers of the Military Nursing Service (MNS) have been promulgated today and can be downloaded by clicking here. These are in consequence to approval of the scales as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. The Rules...
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Non-judicial punishment has historically been used as a tool by commanding officers and generals to handle a range of misconduct, from order violations, DUI, fraternization, to even low-level sex crimes. It is rarely offered to resolve...
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Someday, military soldiers fighting in the streets of a sprawling megacity will need an airdrop of ammunition, food, or water that can’t be safely delivered by ground convoy or helicopter. But the supplies parachuting from the skies won’t have to...
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If you’re in the military, you’re probably taxed in your state of legal residence rather than in the state where you’re stationed. To establish legal residence in a state, you usually must prove you live — and intend to continue living...
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Both the military and private industry manufacturers outsource services with the same main goal: to cut costs. And while they have marshaled some cost savings and derived additional organizational benefits, this tactic has also resulted in some...
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Consumer goods manufacturer Melaleuca was recently recognized by the United States Department of Defense for being a military-friendly, patriotic employer. We here at Texas Military Justice fully support our brave men and women in uniform. Ours...
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you might not have realized it, but there’s an important date in the lives of your Soldiers that you should pay attention to. You don’t know the exact time yet – it could be weeks, months, or years away – but it’s out there. And it’s a big day...
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It is ironic that the simple action of “pulling a trigger” is really not so simple. In fact firing a handgun properly can create problems even for the more experienced shooters. Firearm training is critical in knowing the basics of not only...
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In the US almost everyone is aware of the second amendment which addresses the right to bear arms. However with this right come responsibilities and the right to bear arms should be done safely, legally and effectively. If you own a firearm you...
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This morning, I read a news article about how facial recognition technology helped some parents in China reunite with their long-lost son. The heartwarming story certainly is great news for the parents of Mao Yin who was suddenly kidnapped in...
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This morning I read an insightful article that talked about what it takes to be a Texas Ranger. As a law-enforcement-minded, Lone Star State-loving patriot, I decided this would be an interesting article to read in light of the day’s other...
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