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I have a Soldier that was recently charged with drug trafficking – What do I do?

I had a Soldier arrested for Drug Trafficking under 30 kilograms. He is out on bond right now. How do I deal with this situation?

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Great question.  First this is a legal matter and the specifics of the case need to be handled through legal channels.  I would not discuss the issue with the Soldier.

It is important the Soldier understand they will be treated fairly and that you will be a responsible leader and ensure they receive due process and fair treatment.  By treating the Soldier fairly, the Soldier will usually do his/her best with regard to duty performance.  If the Soldier is ostracized then other events are more likely.  The Soldier can feel isolated, unwanted, become depressed, etc.  Therefore it is important to keep the Soldier as part of the team.  He may have done something wrong but it is not your position to punish him.

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Mark is a Retired Command Sergeant Major with 26 years of military leadership experience. He held 3 military occupational specialties (Field Artillery, Nuclear Weapons Tech, and Ammunition Ordnance). Mark is one of the leading military authors in the fields of leadership, counseling, and training.

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