All templates implementing the ucmj and mcm that are referenced in this. It is a complete reprinting and incorporates the mcm 2016 edition, including all amendments to the preamble, rules for courts martial. The manual for courtsmartial mcm is the official guide to the conduct of courts martial in the united states military. These rules apply to courts martial proceedings to the extent and with the exceptions stated in mil. Preface the manual for courts martial mcm, united states 2012 edition updates the mcm 2008 edition. Afi 90401, air force relations with congress, 14 june 2012dod 7000. The jsc is publishing final proposed amendments to the mcm.
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