LEGAL

Legal Services Office (JAG) - Joint Base Cabot Air Station

JBCAS Judge Advocate General (JAG) Office

The Joint Base Cabot Air Station (JBCAS) Legal Services Office provides comprehensive legal support to base leadership, military personnel, civilian employees, and authorized dependents.

Primary Services Offered:

• Administrative and Military Justice Support (Article 15, UCMJ actions)

• Legal Assistance (wills, powers of attorney, notary services)

• Preventive Law Briefings and Training

• Ethics and Standards of Conduct Counseling

• Claims Services (household goods, vehicle claims)

• Deployment-Related Legal Support

Eligibility for Legal Assistance:

• Active Duty military members

• Reserve and Guard members on active orders

• Retired military members

• Dependents with valid military ID

Appointments and Walk-Ins:

• Certain services (wills, powers of attorney) require scheduled appointments.

• Walk-in services available during posted hours.

Contact Information:

• Phone: 501-995-1500

• Location: Building 360, 1st Floor

• Hours of Operation: 0730–1630, Monday–Friday

Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) Liaison Office - JBCAS

NCIS Field Liaison Office - Joint Base Cabot Air Station

The NCIS Field Liaison Office at JBCAS supports national security, counterintelligence, and criminal investigative efforts across Navy and Marine Corps activities on and near the installation.

Primary NCIS Mission Areas:

• Counterintelligence Investigations and Support

• Criminal Investigations (felony-level offenses involving Navy/Marine Corps personnel)

• Counterterrorism and Force Protection Operations

• Insider Threat Detection and Analysis

• Liaison with Local, State, and Federal Law Enforcement Agencies

Responsibilities at JBCAS:

• Support investigations involving transient Navy and Marine Corps personnel visiting the base for exercises, flight operations, or tenant activities.

• Assist with security assessments for high-risk events (e.g., airshows, VIP visits).

• Conduct threat awareness briefings for leadership and personnel.

Contact Information:

• NCIS Duty Agent (24/7): 501-995-1700

• NCIS Liaison Office: Building 355, Room 105

• Hours of Operation (Admin Office): 0800–1600, Monday–Friday

Emergencies or urgent reporting outside normal hours should contact the Duty Agent line directly.

Security Forces - JBCAS Installation Law Enforcement

The Security Forces Squadron (SFS) at JBCAS provides 24/7 law enforcement, base security, and force protection operations for all personnel, assets, and facilities.

Primary Services:

• Entry Control (Main Gate, Commercial Gate, Emergency Access Points)

• Routine Law Enforcement Patrols

• Traffic Enforcement

• Lost and Found Property Management

• Assistance for Disturbances, Accidents, and Emergency Situations

Emergency Contact Information:

• Security Forces Desk (24/7): 501-995-9111

• Non-Emergency Law Enforcement Desk: 501-995-1020

Base Traffic Reminders:

• All drivers must carry a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.

• Seat belts are mandatory at all times.

• Handheld device use while driving is prohibited unless utilizing hands-free equipment.

Base Tax Center - Joint Base Cabot Air Station

The JBCAS Tax Center provides free federal and state income tax preparation services for eligible personnel during the annual tax filing season (January–April).

Eligibility:

• Active Duty members and dependents

• Retirees and surviving spouses (space available)

Services Offered:

• Federal and state return preparation

• Electronic filing (e-file)

• Basic tax consultation and refund estimation

• IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program certified staff

Required Documents:

• Military ID card

• W-2s, 1099s, 1098s, prior year tax return

• Social Security Cards for all family members claimed

Contact Information:

• Tax Center Main Line: 501-995-1270

• Location: Building 530, Tax Center Office

• Hours:

  • January–April: 0800–1600, Monday–Friday

  • Closed after April 30 until next filing season

Legal Office Expanded Services - Joint Base Cabot Air Station

The JBCAS Legal Office provides expanded legal services beyond basic assistance, supporting command-directed legal actions, courts-martial, and administrative proceedings.

Expanded Services Include:

• Courts-martial prosecution and defense assistance

• Nonjudicial Punishment (Article 15) advisement

• Administrative discharges and separation actions

• Victim and Witness Assistance Program (VWAP) support

• Ethics reviews for base leadership and contract activities

Special Legal Programs:

• Tax Assistance (January–April through Tax Center)

• Wills for deploying members

• Legal Briefings for newcomers and pre-deployment units

Contact Information:

• Legal Office Main Line: 501-995-1500

• Area Defense Counsel (ADC) Line: 501-995-1505

• Location: Building 360, Legal Services Complex

• Hours: 0730–1630, Monday–Friday