Generally, you cannot freely choose your assigned JAG defense counsel.
You may request a specific military lawyer as Individual Military Counsel (IMC) if they are reasonably available,
or you may always retain a civilian military defense lawyer.
For details, see the Manual for Courts-Martial, R.C.M. 506.

Detailed JAG Counsel

• Appointed automatically when charges proceed.
• You cannot swap them for another without cause.
• Conflicts of interest require reassignment.

Individual Military Counsel (IMC)

IMC allows you to request a specific JAG by name. The request is approved only if the attorney is considered reasonably available.

Your Civilian Counsel Option

You always have the right to hire a civilian defense lawyer. Many clients build a two-lawyer team: the detailed JAG for procedural support and the civilian attorney for strategy and trial firepower.

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