UCMJ

American  

abbreviation

1. Uniform Code of Military Justice: the body of laws and legal procedures applicable to U.S. members of the military, which replaced the Articles of War in 1951.

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Example Sentences

The Uniform Code of Military Justice, or UCMJ, contains several provisions stipulating that servicemembers are liable for illegal orders even if they were given by a superior officer.

From The Wall Street Journal

Kelly’s comments violated Articles 133 and 134 of the UCMJ, Hegseth said.

From The Wall Street Journal

All service members are taught and expected to understand the UCMJ’s core principles.

From Salon

"Their foolish screed sows doubt and confusion — which only puts our warriors in danger," he wrote, singling out Kelly as the only one of the six who is still subject to the UCMJ.

From BBC

He has ordered a preliminary hearing at which an impartial hearing officer will make determinations and recommendations required by the Uniform Code of Military Justice, or UCMJ, including "whether or not there is probable cause to believe an offense has been committed and to offer a recommendation as to the disposition of the case," the Navy statement said.

From Fox News