Can I Refuse to Give My Phone Passcode to Military Investigators?

What this means in practice

Military investigators may pressure a servicemember to unlock a phone or provide a passcode. You should get legal advice before providing passwords, passcodes, device access, or help identifying digital evidence.

Military administrative and disciplinary matters are often decided by deadlines, documents, written submissions, credibility, and command judgment. The best response depends on the evidence, the Soldier’s record, the command’s theory, and the outcome that needs to be protected.

Mr. Kamoroff helps clients evaluate the evidence, identify the strongest facts, avoid unnecessary self-inflicted harm, and present the client’s story in a disciplined way.