Military and Criminal Defense

Thursday, July 18, 2013

Armed Services Committee Endorses Two-Year Mandatory Minimum Sentencing for Military Members Convicted of Sexual Assault.

In response to the recent epidemic of sexual assault cases in the U.S. Military, the U.S. House of Representatives has endorsed a two-year mandatory minimum sentencing law for military members who have been convicted of sexual assault by a military court.

The House Armed Services Committee also recently approved provisions in a Defense bill that included stripping military commanders of the power to overturn convictions in rape and sexual assault cases. The panel also voted to require anyone found guilty of a sex-related crime receive a punishment that includes a dismissal from military service or a dishonorable discharge.

To read more about the proposed two-year mandatory minimum sentencing for military members convicted of sexual assault, click on the following link:

http://triblive.com/usworld/nation/4192950-74/assault-sexual-military – axzz2Yx4H0viF

If you need criminal defense in civilian or military court, call the Law Offices of John L. Calcagni, III, at 401-531-5100 for a free consultation to learn about your options.

A former prosecutor with the U.S. Army JAG Corps and a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, John Calcagni is experienced in the prosecution and defense of all types of criminal cases and provides defense for those accused of federal and or crimes.

As a Military Defense Attorney, John Calcagni, is admitted to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces and the U.S. Army Court of Criminal Appeals, as well as the state and federal courts in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut and Florida.
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