Air Force Instruction 51-201

Air Force Instruction 51-201 establishes the procedures for appointing, managing, and overseeing military judges within the Air Force. It defines roles, responsibilities, and eligibility criteria for those serving as judges in legal proceedings. The instruction ensures consistency, fairness, and adherence to legal standards in military justice by providing guidance on appointment processes, qualifications, training, and conduct of military judges, thereby supporting proper administration of justice within the Air Force.