Can you commission with an Article 15?

Non-judicial punishment in the United States military is a form of military discipline authorized by Article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. A service member can be denied a commission if there is a non-judicial punishment on record.

How hard is it to become a Jag?

The initial JAG training can also be difficult for attorneys with families. Training begins with approximately six weeks of officer training focused on leadership skills and military tactics and then approximately ten weeks of JAG school (Marine JAG training is significantly more rigorous).

Why become a JAG officer?

Guarantee yourself a career that will expose you to the world and the law in ways you could have never imagined. More and more, new lawyers are becoming JAG officers (aka Judge Advocate Generals Corp), working in all legal matters involving the military, which mirrors almost every aspect of civilian law.

When can I apply for the JAG Corps?

Law students may apply as early as their final fall semester of law school. Not only must applicants meet the above JAG corps requirements, they must also be able to serve 20 years of active commissioned service before reaching the age of 62.

Do you have to be a law student to join JAG?

Interested applicants do not need to possess these qualifications in order to apply. Law students may apply as early as their final fall semester of law school. Not only must applicants meet the above JAG corps requirements, they must also be able to serve 20 years of active commissioned service before reaching the age of 62.

How to become a Judge Advocate General in the military?

1 Consider your career goals. The Judge Advocate General (JAG) corps of the five military branches is as competitive and demanding as any military career. 2 Receive your undergraduate degree. In order to attend law school, you must first complete a bachelor’s degree. 3 Attend Officer Candidate School. 4 Take the pre-entrance LSAT exam.