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When is an initial counseling required for NCO’s?

Do you have to conduct an initial counseling every year for an NCO?.. Read the Answer»

Can I require a Soldier to weigh in if they had a miscarriage?

I have a Soldier who stated she had a miscarriage, a day before our APFT. She got 48 hours quarters. Can I still weigh and tape her? She did not have a quarter slip... Read the Answer»

Can my leader require me to work while on leave?

Can my leader make me do an Replly by Endorsement or Essay while I am on leave?.. Read the Answer»

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Is it acceptable to place your hands in your pocket while in Uniform?

I recently was told that the only time it is acceptable to have your hand in your pocket is when you are instructing. Can you shed some light on this for me?.. Read the Answer»

If a Soldier gets a DUI how come he did not get an Article 15?

Usually this means one of two things. 1. There is a legal problem with the way the police force handled the incident and he cannot be charged. or 2. A Soldier cannot receive double jeopardy with regard to DUI.  Meaning …Read More

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What is required of a Soldier that gets quarters and lives in the barrack?

If a Soldier resides in the barracks and receives a 24 hour quarter slip what is the Soldier authorized to do and not to do during that 24 hour period.. Read the Answer»

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Can I be held past my ETS date for extra duty if I am pending an Article 15?

I am being recommended for an article 15 for telling a leader "NO" because I was told to climb a rope and I thought it was too dangerous given the close proximity to my ETS. I have 2 months left before my ETS. If they give me extra duty can they hold me past my ETS? And will I get a dishonorable discharge because of this?.. Read the Answer»

My leader is going to counsel me for something I did not do- What can I do about it?

My NCO is going to give me a 4856 for being formation but i was not late and he still insist that i was late? What can I do?.. Read the Answer»

Where can I find a Mentor?

As a junior enlisted Soldier, I have few mentors in my MOS.. What would your opinion be on the best places to look (outside of personnel beyond my MOS) in order to develop my leadership skills, so that I can become a competent leader? .. Read the Answer»

What are the New GTAs for Suicide Prevention?

Can you tell me the GTA number that replaced GTA 12-01-001 Army Suicide Prevention Program 15 Jan 2007?.. Read the Answer»

What items are required to be in a Soldier’s counseling packet?

What items are required to be in a Soldier's counseling packet? I have been told that there is guidance but have been unable to find it.. Read the Answer»

Can my chain of command force me to buy a car?

Are Soldiers that live in on-post quarters required to have a POV?.. Read the Answer»