DAFI51-505 — Complaints Of Wrongs Under Article 138, Uniform Code Of Military Justice

DAFI51-505 governs the preparation, submission, and review of informal and formal complaints under Article 138, UCMJ.

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• Publication number: DAFI51-505
• Title: COMPLAINTS OF WRONGS UNDER ARTICLE 138, UNIFORM CODE OF MILITARY JUSTICE
• Date: 2024-08-28

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DAFI51-505 outlines the Article 138 complaint process, including eligibility, commander actions subject to review, and available relief. It establishes waiver procedures, privacy requirements, and records management requirements for the process.

Topics covered

• Article 138 complaints
• UCMJ complaints
• Commander actions eligible for review
• Article 138 relief
• Respondent commanders
• General court-martial convening authority
• Complaint waiver procedures

Questions and answers

When can a member pursue relief under Article 138?

All RegAF and USSF members, members of the Air Force Reserve on active duty and in inactive-duty training status, and members of the Air National Guard activated under Title 10, United States Code, are eligible to seek relief under Article 138.

How are waiver requests submitted for tiered requirements?

For tiered items, submit requests for waivers through the chain of command to the appropriate tier waiver approval authority.

What records requirements apply to processes under DAFI51-505?

Ensure all records generated as a result of processes prescribed in this publication adhere to Air Force Instruction (AFI) 33-322, Records Management and Information Governance Program, and are disposed in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule, which is located in the Air Force Records Information Management System.

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