You Need An Experienced Defense Lawyer When Facing A Court-Martial In Mississippi

If you are facing UCMJ charges while stationed in the state of Mississippi, you need the guidance of an experienced aggressive military defense lawyer. Cases here are often additionally unfair because of the scrutiny placed on them by higher command and due to the local media attention. The risk of unlawful command influence (UCI) is even greater when a service member here is suspected of a crime. Commanders have a great deal of media and higher command pressure on them to prosecute in these cases and the rights of the accused service member are often only an afterthought. Only the best aggressive military defense lawyer can even the playing field.

The Risks of a Military Court Martial in Mississippi

Criminal convictions during your military service can ruin all the awards you have received in your military record so far and end your military career with a punitive or negative discharge. Such a discharge can make it impossible to find employment that is in line with your qualifications even after your military career is over. Even worse, a court-martial conviction without the best possible military defense usually results in significant prison time for you and the loss of financial support for any family you may have. Not only do you lose your freedom but they lose your pay, your BAH and TriCare. To ensure that you mount the best defense when facing a military investigation and court-martial, you need an aggressive, experienced military defense lawyer in Mississippi.

Unlike many other defense lawyers, pleading guilty is an option of last resort with Freeburg Litigation. When we take a case, we force the military prosecutors to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt. We take nearly every case to trial and fight the allegations in front of a military panel or judge (depending on which is the best tactic for your individual case). Our court martial outcomes speak for themselves. You and your future is our main concern. Our court martial lawyers will work on your case from day one, always fighting aggressively in court martial and administrative separation cases in the U.S. and worldwide. Call today to consult with an experienced military defense lawyer.

Why Call Freeburg Litigation, Aggressive UCMJ Lawyers in Mississippi?

The experienced military defense lawyers at Freeburg Litigation have earned a reputation for defending service members at military installations worldwide. If you are stationed in Mississippi and are suspected of a military crime, then having the most hard-hitting criminal defense lawyer can be the difference between getting convicted or winning your case. Our military criminal defense lawyers represent Soldiers, Marines, Sailors and Airmen in both UCMJ and administrative matters to include defending service members accused of sexual assault, murder, rape, child rape, fraud, theft and other offenses under the UCMJ, often receiving full acquittals or an acquittal on all of the serious charges with a very light sentence on the remaining charges.

After trying complex commercial cases in federal court in New York City, Nathan Freeburg entered active duty with the U.S. Army where he deployed to Iraq and practiced as a prosecutor, as a Division Chief of Military Justice, as a military defense attorney and then was handpicked to train and advise Army defense lawyers worldwide for the U.S. Army Defense Counsel Assistance Program. During his time on active duty, Nathan tried or consulted on the most well-known cases in military, some with worldwide recognition and developed an expertise in cross-examining alleged sexual assault victims, law enforcement agents and senior military commanders. Having defended service members for allegations in and out of the U.S., this aggressive Mississippi military defense lawyer has extensive experience handling different kinds of charges including sexual assault, murder, theft, rape, child pornography, Article 31, NJP, separation and discharge proceedings. If you are facing any kind of military legal problem, talk to Nathan Freeburg for experienced advice and the best aggressive military defense.

Contacting the Best Mississippi Military Defense Lawyer

Service members stationed in Mississippi deserve the best military lawyers to represent them at their court martial or administrative separation proceeding.
If you or a family member are stationed in Mississippi and are suspected of a military offense such as sex assault or if you are facing an administrative separation, Article 15, show cause board, letter of reprimand or GOMOR, then call our military defense lawyers immediately at 1-833-BEST-JAG.

Military Courtrooms in Mississippi

Not only are multiple military bases located in Mississippi but many residents of Mississippi have entered the U.S. military and are subject to the UCMJ wherever they are located. Freeburg Litigation both defends military cases in Mississippi and also defends Mississippi residents in the military wherever they are located.

Military Installations Currently Under the UCMJ Where a Military Defense Lawyer Could Be Needed

How Military Trials Under the UCMJ Began at Gulfport Battalion Center

Gulfport Battalion Center is a home of the Seabees, dating back to World War II.

The Gulfport Battalion Center Courtroom

Only a small contingent of uniformed American military are likely to be at Gulfport Battalion Center today. However, they are still at risk of court-martial by the mere fact of being on active duty. In addition, service members and retirees who were stationed at Gulfport Battalion Center in the past are still at risk of being court-martialed for alleged crimes during their time there. (For example, service members are currently being court-martialed for alleged crimes in the 1980’s at bases that no longer exist.)

How Military Trials Under the UCMJ Began at Naval Air Station Meridian

Naval Air Station Meridian was opened in 1961. The base was originally named McCain Field after Admiral John S. McCain, Sr. The base serves as an Air to Surface training center.

The Naval Air Station Meridian Courtroom

Only a small contingent of uniformed American military are likely to be at Naval Air Station Meridian today. However, they are still at risk of court-martial by the mere fact of being on active duty. In addition, service members and retirees who were stationed at Naval Air Station Meridian in the past are still at risk of being court-martialed for alleged crimes during their time there. (For example, service members are currently being court-martialed for alleged crimes in the 1980’s at bases that no longer exist.)

Former Military Installations in Mississippi Under the UCMJ Where a Military Defense Lawyer Could Still Be Needed

How Military Trials Under the UCMJ Began at The Mississippi Ordinance Plant

The Mississippi Ordinance Plant, also known as the Mississippi Army Ammunition Plant, was located in Hancock County, Mississippi. The Plant was actually part of the Stennis Space Center. Construction of the Mississippi Ordinance Plant began in 1978 with the intention of being the first government owned, contractor operated, munitions plant in the United States and the first (and only) Army ammunition plant constructed after the Korean War conflict. The plant was closed about 25 years later.

Service members and retirees who were stationed at The Mississippi Ordinance Plant in the past are still at risk of being court-martialed for alleged crimes during their time there. (For example, service members are currently being court-martialed for alleged crimes in the 1980’s at bases that no longer exist.)

How Military Trials Under the UCMJ Began at Naval Station Pascagoula

Naval Station Pascagoula was located on Singing River Island. Construction started in 1988 and 18 years later, the base was shut down. NS Pascagoula was a homeport for Perry Class frigates.
In 2006, the base was officially closed.

Service members and retirees who were stationed at Naval Station Pascagoula in the past are still at risk of being court-martialed for alleged crimes during their time there. (For example, service members are currently being court-martialed for alleged crimes in the 1980’s at bases that no longer exist.)

An Aggressive Military Defense Lawyer in Mississippi