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DEFENDING AMERICA'S DEFENDERS™
LAWYERS FOR U.S. MILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS
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Apr 3, 20243 min read
False Accusations / False Allegations of Sexual Assault in the Military
Why are there so many false accusations (false allegations) of sexual assault in the military? Well, I'll tell you why.
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Apr 2, 20242 min read
What is an Article 32 Hearing Under the UCMJ?
Here’s the military’s dirty little secret: even if the PHO says, "Hey, there’s no probable cause of support this going forward
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Apr 1, 20241 min read
Your 5th Amendment Right in the Military - Part 1
In the military, under Article 31 of the UCMJ, you cannot be compelled to incriminate yourself.
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Jan 11, 20243 min read
Full Acquittal – Part II of II. Case Results
Before trial, at the motions hearing, I successfully got the risk of 20 years in confinement, reduced by half to 10 years. Sure, it is a...
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Jan 11, 20243 min read
Full Acquittal – Part I of II. Case Results
When said together, what are the two most beautiful words in the English language? “Not Guilty.” A couple of months ago, I was able to...
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Jan 11, 20243 min read
Separation Board – Marine Retained Despite Popping Hot for THC
The other week I had another win at a Marine Separation Board. The Marines were trying to separate a young Corporal because his Urine...
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Jan 11, 20242 min read
My Journey from Enlisted to Officer to Military Defense Lawyer
About Me: Cody Harnish As a dedicated civilian defense counsel, my path has been shaped by a profound commitment to safeguarding the...
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