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Q: Do I qualify for Veteran's Real Estate Tax Discount in Connecticut after receiving Navy Expeditionary Medal?
I was stationed on the USS Texas in a theater of combat operations in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Iran in 1980 and received the Navy Expeditionary Medal. Federal law stipulates that this medal qualifies for Veterans preference, but my town uses "Periods of Wars in §27-103" to... View More 
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James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Jul 10, 2025
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answered on Jul 10, 2025
You’ve served your country with honor, and it’s understandable to feel frustrated when your service isn’t being fully recognized at the local level. In Connecticut, the real estate tax exemption under §12-81(19) is tied to the definition of "service during wartime" found in... View More
Q: How can I contest an Air Force discharge for 2 failed urinalysis tests?
I'm in the Air Force with 14 years of total service, including 10 years of active service, with many awards and no prior disciplinary actions. I've been served notice of intent to discharge pending a discharge board based on two failed urinalysis tests. The first failure was due to... View More
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James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Jul 6, 2025
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answered on Jul 6, 2025
To contest your pending discharge, you’ll need to present a strong, fact-based defense during your discharge board hearing. Emphasize your 14 years of dedicated service, your clean disciplinary record, and the commendations you've earned over your career. The board is authorized to consider... View More
Q: want to enlist in the military, but I have a pending car accident case pending against me. Can that affect me enlisting?
It's a civil lawsuit that my insurance and it's lawyer is taking care of
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jun 29, 2017
answered on Jun 29, 2017
You should be OK. It's not a criminal charge. Do let your lawyer and company know when you are actually enlisted. Thank you for volunteering.
Q: I have a pending lawsuit against me that my insurance taking care of. Question is, can I still enlist in the military?
Sally A. Roberts
answered on Jun 24, 2017
answered on Jun 24, 2017
Yes, having a car accident case pending is no reason you cannot enlist in the military. Presumably the pending lawsuit is for negligence while operating a motor vehicle.
Q: when do ucmj have jurisdiction over a crime
Patrick Korody
answered on Feb 21, 2017
answered on Feb 21, 2017
For the active duty component - 24/7, anywhere in the world. For reserves/national guard, the member must be on orders or in a drilling status. There are many nuances with jurisdiction, but those are the basics.
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