
Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG)
The Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG) is the legal branch of the military, providing legal services to service members and the armed forces. JAG officers serve as judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and legal advisors, ensuring military justice and compliance with laws. They handle cases involving military discipline, conduct courts-martial, and advise commanders on legal matters. Essentially, JAG maintains legal order within the military, upholding discipline, rights, and the rule of law in a military context.