Military Panel Acquits Soldier Accused Of Assault
POSTED: 8:21 pm MST February 23, 2006 February 23, 2006 — A Fort Bliss military court panel deliberated fewer than 15 minutes to reach a verdict. Sgt. Alan Driver was fully acquitted of all charges. Army Special Forces colonel acquitted of sexual assault charges “I feel wonderful. I’m so relieved that this is all over […]
Witnesses Not Certain of Testimony in Trial
Witnesses Not Certain of Testimony in Trial Law Of War The UN Security Council, a group of 15 UN countries charged with maintaining international peace and security, can impose sanctions, travel bans, and arms embargoes to persuade warring parties to abide by the rules of war. When a warring party is accused of violating international […]
Final Army reservist tried in Afghanistan abuse case
Final Army reservist tried in Afghanistan abuse case February 23, 2006 An Army sergeant abused his power as a military policeman at a U.S. detention center in Afghanistan, beating a prisoner and throwing another against a wall when both were shackled and helpless, military prosecutors said Wednesday. Sgt. Alan Driver’s attorney countered in opening statements […]