Judge Advocate General

/ˌdʒʌdʒ ˈædvəkɪt ˈdʒɛnərəl/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The senior legal officer in a military branch, responsible for overseeing military justice and advising on military law.
    The Judge Advocate General reviewed the court-martial proceedings to ensure legal compliance.

Forms

  • judge advocate general
  • judge advocates general

Commentary

Term strictly refers to a high-ranking military legal official; use with specific military context to avoid ambiguity.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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