Here's what they don't tell you about sexual assault allegations in the military.
Facing this type of allegation is life changing.
The process is stacked against you.
CID, NCIS, OSI, they are all trained to believe the alleged victim and to obtain evidence against
you, not obtain evidence to seek the truth, but to prove the allegations.
When you tell them your side of the story, they're not going to believe you. They're going to confront you, and then they're going to ask you to take a polygraph test.
But guess what?
They did not ask the alleged victim to take a polygraph test, and they never will.
Second, even if you're cleared of the charges, the damage is not done yet.
Sexual assault allegations can lead to administrative separation actions like boards and reprimands.
This means your career is still at risk.
Even if CID and the JAGs are like. Well, there's not enough evidence to prosecute.
And when they realize that it's a crock, they still take it to an administrative separation board because instead of a reasonable doubt.
Now they're going to try to kick you out with a preponderance of the evidence standard.
It's easier for them.
It's going to be a long process.
Might even be a year - year and a half - until you have a resolution.
So remember, it's a marathon, not a sprint.
Take care of yourself.
Take care of your mental health and protect your legal rights.
Don't lose faith.
Remember, you didn't do it.
And even if your military career is over as a result of an allegation, your life will not be.
And you will absolutely be okay.
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