Episode 4

What Really Happens When You’re Accused in the Military

The moment you’re accused of a crime in the military, everything changes. Your chain of command distances itself, your reputation takes a hit, and investigators start tearing through your life. Whether you’re guilty or not, you’re already being treated as if you are.

In this episode of Off the Record, I pull back the curtain on what really happens when a service member is accused—and how to fight back. We cover:

  • How a military accusation instantly changes your career, reputation, and future
  • Why NCIS, CID, and OSI dig into every aspect of your life and what they’re really looking for
  • The mental toll of being accused—and how to stay focused when the system is working against you
  • What happens after an acquittal and why an accusation can still follow you
  • The most important thing to remember if you’re facing a court-martial

If you think an accusation will just “go away,” you’re in for a rude awakening.

The government isn’t just investigating a crime—they’re investigating you. And if you don’t take control of your defense early, you’ll be playing catch-up the entire time.

If you’re under investigation, don’t wait. Get a military defense attorney who knows how to win.

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Tim Bilecki

Namesake and founder of Bilecki Law Group PLLC, Tim Bilecki leads the global effort to ensure every service member in uniform has access to the best military court martial defense available. Known for his hard-hitting aggressive defense, Bilecki levels the odds in a military justice system that is inherently stacked in favor of the prosecution.