Article 137, UCMJ Briefing is Required for All Enlisted Members. The Article 137 briefing originates from the Uni- form Code of Military Justice. It outlines specific articles within the UCMJ that must be “carefully explained” to en- listed members at certain times during their career.

When should Article 137 be explained?

Article 137 states these articles must be explained upon entry to active duty, after a member has completed six months of service, and at EVERY re-enlistment. Your local legal office has been given the responsibility of giving this briefing and tracking who and when members receive it.

How do I file an Article 138 complaint?

The formal filing of the Article 138. The law states that you can submit the complaint to “any superior commissioned officer.” Generally your complaint would go up your chain of command to the officer exercising general court-martial jurisdiction over the officer from whom you initially requested redress.