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  1. Is withdrawal of the solicitation before action occurs a valid defense to prosecution?
  2. Is violating an SOP a punishable offense if the SOP is not formally published?
  3. Is the PHO’s recommendation binding on the convening authority?
  4. Is the defense of “joking or fantasy” recognized in military attempt prosecutions?
  5. Is the accused’s demeanor during the hearing ever considered in the PHO’s report?
  6. Is Stolen Valor a criminal offense punishable under the Stolen Valor Act of 2013?
  7. Is solicitation punishable when directed at someone the accused knows lacks legal capacity?
  8. Is solicitation of a superior punishable under the same standard as solicitation of a peer?
  9. Is retention possible when clearance is revoked but misconduct is unsubstantiated?
  10. Is refusal to wear a uniform for religious reasons defensible under military justice statutes?
  11. Is refusal to surrender personal electronic devices during a lawful search order punishable under the UCMJ?
  12. Is refusal to perform medical testing for operational readiness considered a lawful order?
  13. Is refusal to participate in diversity training a punishable offense under UCMJ?
  14. Is overt action required for a conspiracy conviction under the UCMJ?
  15. Is objection to court-martial jurisdiction waived if not raised before plea entry?
  16. Is loss of rank an automatic consequence of conviction at general court-martial?
  17. Is It Worth Involving A Military Attorney When Options When Punished Without Formal Charge?
  18. Is It Worth Involving A Military Attorney When Contesting Fraternization Allegations In The Army?
  19. Is it misconduct under UCMJ to post court-martial evidence on social media?
  20. Is it lawful for command to restrict access to legal counsel pending charges?
  21. Is it lawful for command to direct mental evaluations during active trial proceedings?
  22. Is it AWOL if the member was physically present on base but failed to report to the correct area?
  23. Is it a valid legal defense if the accused believed the conduct was lawful despite clear attempt evidence?
  24. Is involuntary medication permissible in pretrial confinement under military justice rules?
  25. Is involuntary branch transfer permissible as an alternative to administrative separation for conduct issues?