EDITOR'S NOTE (Dec 12, 2023): Following the most recent court hearing for Michael Bloch on December 7th, we have learned that Assistant … [Read more...] about Is Michael Bloch being denied a speedy trial?
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District Attorney upset as Michael Bloch defense team files urgent motion in pending trial
UPDATE 9/5/2023 -- An Onslow County, NC judge decided to dismiss the motion described below, meaning that the state prosecutors got their wish … [Read more...] about District Attorney upset as Michael Bloch defense team files urgent motion in pending trial
Final decision: Top military court rules that Chief Eric Gilmet charges are again dismissed with prejudice
On August 15, 2022, the Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals (NMCCA) overturned the trial judge’s original dismissal of Chief Eric … [Read more...] about Final decision: Top military court rules that Chief Eric Gilmet charges are again dismissed with prejudice
Staff Sergeant Steven Smiley: A look at the case details for a stellar Marine drill instructor
UPDATED 7/28/2023 -- Marine Staff Sergeant Steven Smiley has been found NOT GUILTY of all charges including negligent homicide and obstruction … [Read more...] about Staff Sergeant Steven Smiley: A look at the case details for a stellar Marine drill instructor
After not guilty verdict for Draher and Negron of MARSOC 3, appeals court to decide fate of Gilmet’s case
Although Marine Raider Gunnery Sergeants Danny Draher and Josh Negron have finally been found not guilty of charges of manslaughter and … [Read more...] about After not guilty verdict for Draher and Negron of MARSOC 3, appeals court to decide fate of Gilmet’s case
Trial date set for GySgt Draher and GySgt Negron of MARSOC 3
On September 12, 2022, Marine Corps judge Lieutenant Colonel E.A. Catto disregarded evidence of Unlawful Command Influence and denied GySgt … [Read more...] about Trial date set for GySgt Draher and GySgt Negron of MARSOC 3
Charges reinstated in Chief Eric Gilmet’s case after government appeals original decision
On August 15, 2022, the Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals (NMCCA) overturned the trial judge’s original dismissal of Chief Eric … [Read more...] about Charges reinstated in Chief Eric Gilmet’s case after government appeals original decision
Fred Galvin discusses MARSOC 3, military justice system, forthcoming book
The host of the Former Action Guys Podcast, Justin Cramer, interviewed Major Fred Galvin (USMC-ret.) about a multitude of issues plaguing the … [Read more...] about Fred Galvin discusses MARSOC 3, military justice system, forthcoming book
SFC Robert Nicoson found not guilty of all allegations, case dismissed
On January 7, 2022, an Army court-martial panel (jury) comprised of 2 Lieutenant Colonels and 6 Command Sergeants Major found Sergeant First … [Read more...] about SFC Robert Nicoson found not guilty of all allegations, case dismissed
With UCI burden shifted to government in MARSOC 3 case, military judge’s decision will dictate future of military justice
Camp Lejeune – On December 21, 2021, a motion hearing took place in a Camp Lejeune courtroom involving U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Eric … [Read more...] about With UCI burden shifted to government in MARSOC 3 case, military judge’s decision will dictate future of military justice
As hearings set at Camp Lejeune, defense in MARSOC 3 cases claim unlawful command influence
Written by Calvin Shomaker | Originally published by The Jacksonville Daily News A Navy corpsman and two Marine Raiders facing charges that … [Read more...] about As hearings set at Camp Lejeune, defense in MARSOC 3 cases claim unlawful command influence
Murder, Collateral Damage, or Tragic Mistake – Who Decides and Why?
No Officers Held Accountable for Botched Afghan Drone Strike, While Enlisted Soldier Remains in Prison In response to the murder of 13 … [Read more...] about Murder, Collateral Damage, or Tragic Mistake – Who Decides and Why?