Military Defense Resource
What Does It Mean to Invoke Your Rights?
Invoking your rights means clearly stating that you are choosing to remain silent, want an attorney, and do not consent to searches or seizures. After invoking, the safest course is usually to stop talking.
What this means in practice
Invoking your rights means clearly stating that you are choosing to remain silent, want an attorney, and do not consent to searches or seizures. After invoking, the safest course is usually to stop talking.
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.
FAQ
Common questions
What words should I use?
Use clear words: I invoke my right to remain silent. I want an attorney. I do not consent to any searches or seizures.
What should I do after invoking?
Remain silent. Do not explain, argue, negotiate, identify evidence, or provide passwords or passcodes without legal advice.
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If your deadline is approaching, do not wait until the response period is nearly over. Use the consultation form and include your rank, duty station, type of matter, and suspense date.
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Do not treat a GOMOR or Article 15 like routine paperwork.
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