JAG Reporter Articles

The JAG Reporter is published by The Judge Advocate General’s School for the Office of The Judge Advocate General, United States Air Force. Use the navigation links to view articles in the various domains: Civil Law, Leadership, Military Justice & Discipline, and Operations & International Law. Also don't forget to explore our podcasts!

Generating Combat Airpower

The Air Force is re-posturing to prepare for great power international conflict through new strategies and force generation models designed to rapidly bring combat airpower to the fight.
Way of the Warrior Lawyer

Explores how judge advocates can embrace the warrior ethos by managing their minds to ensure successful, focused execution of our mission while simultaneously maintaining our mental wellbeing.
JAG in the Box 2049

Innovation Writing Competition entry. The JAG in the Box 2049: AFFORGEN, ACE, and the Future of Air Force Operations Law by Lieutenant Colonel Jason S. DeSon.

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June 15, 2020
AFJAGS Podcast, Episode 17

Two-part interview with (Ret.) Lt Gen Carlton, Jr., the former Surgeon General of the USAF. We discuss a relief effort in Haiti and an electrifying account of his personal experience at the Pentagon on 9/11 where he risked his life to save others.
June 5, 2020
The Procedural Guide

The procedural guide is an important step in the triggering of legal ramifications for both the accused and the government. Incorrect completion and reading of the procedural guide could have drastic consequences and result in needless litigation.
May 21, 2020
Hurricane Michael Response

This article will address what medical law practitioners and other legal professionals should do before, during, and after a natural disaster, based on the lessons learned from Hurricane Michael.
March 26, 2020
W. Hays Parks and the Law of War

W. Hays Parks’ work deserves serious study by judge advocates today. His work provides insight, both as a challenge to modern-day thinking, and as a plethora of practical guides to important areas of international humanitarian law.
Feb. 22, 2020
AFJAGS Podcast, Episode 12

In this episode, we discuss the Air Force JAG Corps Exchange Officer Program with Major Chris Bailey, the current exchange officer attached to the Royal Australian Air Force in Canberra Australia.
Feb. 21, 2020
AFJAGS Podcast, Episode 11

Part 2, of the interview with Brig Gen Mark Maldonado, the current Commander for the D.C. Air National Guard. In this part, we discuss his perspective on mentorship, the Air Force, tips for selecting a career path, and thoughts on the JAG Corp at large.