Who is responsible for all legal matters and military justice?

• A. Surgeon
• B. Public Affairs Officer
• C. Staff Judge Advocate
• D. Inspector General

Answer: (C)

In military organizations, the officer who serves as the command’s legal adviser and oversees all legal matters and military justice is the Staff Judge Advocate. This role includes providing legal guidance to the commander, supervising investigations, and directing the military justice process—such as courts-m martial proceedings, legal reviews, and handling legal claims. It’s a position held by a judge advocate from the JAG Corps, ensuring that operations and personnel actions comply with the Uniform Code of Military Justice and other laws. The other roles differ: a surgeon handles medical matters, a Public Affairs Officer manages communications and media, and an Inspector General conducts inspections and oversight.