Professor Eric Carpenter recently provided insight in a USNI News article discussing the Marine Corps’ new policy for appealing case findings related to harassment, bullying, hazing, and discrimination. The update, announced following Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s meeting with top military leaders, introduces clearer guidelines for submitting written appeals and defines the conditions under which they can be made.
In the article, Professor Carpenter, expert on military law and faculty at Florida International University, explained that the concept of “good faith” in the policy refers to cases that are made on a legitimate basis rather than frivolous claims. He also noted that the policy’s overall structure remains similar to standard appeals processes. His commentary helps contextualize how these procedural updates aim to balance accountability with fairness within military justice.