UCMJ
Americanabbreviation
Example Sentences
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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 ● Jan. 5, 2026
Kelly’s comments violated Articles 133 and 134 of the UCMJ, Hegseth said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 5, 2026
"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 ● Nov. 24, 2025
At first, Caldwell told Spencer that none of the charges he intended to file were criminal under the Uniform Code of Military Justice, or UCMJ.
From Salon ● Apr. 14, 2019
International tribunals grab headlines, but the overwhelming majority of war crimes are dealt with under domestic laws like the UCMJ.
From Slate ● Jun. 7, 2013
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