⚖️ NAVAL CODE OF JUSTICE
ARTICLE I — Purpose of the Code

1.1 — Establish legal standards for all personnel.
1.2 — Protect the rights of sailors and officers.
1.3 — Ensure fair judgment and proper punishment.
1.4 — Maintain discipline and professionalism.
1.5 — Support order and readiness in the Navy.

ARTICLE II — Authority of the Law

2.1 — All Navy personnel are subject to this Code.
2.2 — Officers must enforce justice without bias.
2.3 — JAGC holds the highest legal authority within the group.
2.4 — No rank is exempt from the Code.
2.5 — Punishments must follow procedure.

ARTICLE III — Service Member Rights

3.1 — Right to fair treatment.
3.2 — Right to be informed of accusations.
3.3 — Right to present evidence.
3.4 — Right to request a JAG representative.
3.5 — Right to appeal decisions.

ARTICLE IV — Investigations

4.1 — All investigations must start with a report.
4.2 — Evidence must be documented clearly.
4.3 — Investigators must remain neutral.
4.4 — Witnesses must provide truthful statements.
4.5 — False reporting is punishable.

ARTICLE V — Offenses

5.1 — Insubordination
5.2 — Disrespect toward officers
5.3 — Abuse of power
5.4 — Unauthorized weapon use
5.5 — Harassment or discrimination
5.6 — Exploiting or hacking
5.7 — Dereliction of duty
5.8 — Impersonation of a rank
5.9 — Leaking classified Navy information
5.10 — Any behavior damaging the Navy’s reputation

ARTICLE VI — Court Procedures

6.1 — Minor offenses may be handled by CO/XO.
6.2 — Severe offenses require JAG review.
6.3 — Accused must be informed of charges.
6.4 — A Judge Advocate must oversee hearings.
6.5 — Rulings must be recorded.

ARTICLE VII — Punishment Guidelines

7.1 — Verbal warning
7.2 — Written warning
7.3 — Temporary suspension
7.4 — Demotion
7.5 — Dishonorable discharge
7.6 — Blacklist (severe cases)
7.7 — All punishments must be appropriate to the offense.
7.8 — Officers cannot punish out of anger or bias.
7.9 — Repeated violations increase punishment severity.
7.10 — Illegal punishments outside this Code are forbidden.

ARTICLE VIII — Roles & Responsibilities

8.1 — Commanding Officers: Maintain discipline.
8.2 — Executive Officers: Oversee investigations.
8.3 — JAG Officers: Handle legal interpretation.
8.4 — Investigators: Collect evidence, remain neutral.
8.5 — All Personnel: Follow the Code at all times.

ARTICLE IX — Appeals

9.1 — Any member may appeal a ruling.
9.2 — Appeals must be submitted within 48 hours.
9.3 — JAG must review all appeals.
9.4 — Appeals require new evidence or procedural fault.
9.5 — Final decisions cannot be overturned without JAG approval.

ARTICLE X — Amendments & Updates

10.1 — The Navy may revise this Code at any time.
10.2 — JAGC must review all changes.
10.3 — Updated versions must be published to all personnel.
10.4 — No outdated version may be enforced.
10.5 — All members must follow the current version immediately upon release.