Know your rights
What your NCO says vs. what the reg actually says. Plain-English guides to every regulation that matters, with links to the actual paragraphs.
This is general information, not legal advice. For legal issues, contact your installation's Trial Defense Service (TDS) or Legal Assistance Office.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Barracks Lawyer?
It is a set of plain-English guides that put what your NCO tells you next to what the regulation actually says. Each guide links straight to the actual paragraph so you can read the reg yourself instead of taking a rumor at face value.
Is this legal advice?
No. This is general information, not legal advice. If you have an actual legal issue, contact your installation’s Trial Defense Service (TDS) or Legal Assistance Office — those are the people authorized to advise you on your specific situation.
Where do I go if I have a real legal problem?
Your installation’s Trial Defense Service (TDS) for anything adverse or disciplinary, and the Legal Assistance Office for personal legal matters. Use these guides to walk in informed, not to replace that conversation.
Can I request or submit a topic?
Yes. Use the Submit a Topic link on this page to send in a rumor you want checked against the reg. If it holds up to sourcing, it gets written up the same way — the barracks version next to the paragraph that actually governs it.