If you are suspected of a criminal offense, chances are good that you will be asked to come into the offices of the Criminal Investigation Division (CID). Your unit will either escort you to CID or you will be asked to voluntarily go to CID on your own. When you enter the CID office, an…

In the typical case, your command escorts you to CID’s office for questioning.  Since you have spoken with a civilian defense attorney, you understand your rights and have no intention of answering any questions.  The CID agent reads you your rights on a DA Form 3881.  As instructed, you check the box that states you do…

Never answer questions from law enforcement without having an experienced court martial attorney at your side.  You may think that you are helping yourself by being cooperative, but you are not.  If you are asked questions by a military investigator or a member of your chain of command, politely and respectfully tell them you that…