Article 32
The UCMJ dictates that no offense can be tried at a general court-martial without
being first investigated at an Article 32 hearing. These proceedings are the rough
equivalent of a civilian preliminary hearing. The law requires a neutral investigating
officer look into the form of the charges and give recommendations on the disposition
of those charges. An experienced counsel can advise a client whether or not it
is in their best interest to attend, fight, or use the process for learning about
the government’s case against them. Attorney Mike Coco has defense many clients
in these proceedings. He can guide clients through the process to ensure they are
in a position to get the best possible outcome in a case.