Yeah, it's possible to invoke Article 31 of the UCMJ and refuse to make a statement because it might be self-incriminating. But that invokation then becomes part of the official record of investigation.
I suspect that Col. Pappas has done this, but I don't think it'll make a difference in the long run. He was in direct command of the Intel unit there, and this stuff happened on his watch. The only thing in doubt is how many different charges and specifications he can be convicted for.
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Date: 2005-05-03 01:38 pm (UTC)I suspect that Col. Pappas has done this, but I don't think it'll make a difference in the long run. He was in direct command of the Intel unit there, and this stuff happened on his watch. The only thing in doubt is how many different charges and specifications he can be convicted for.