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This podcast is part of The Quill & Sword series of podcasts created and hosted by The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School (TJAGLCS). Produced by the TJAGLCS Criminal Law Department, the podcast offers a 10-20 minute discussion about every published CAAF opinion—"CAAF Chats"—as well as a curated assortment of selected topics related to military justice - "Military Justice Grab Bag." Two shows, one channel. Connect with The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School by visiting our website at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/ or on Facebook (tjaglcs), Instagram (tjaglcs), or LinkedIn (school/tjaglcs).
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- 2 days ago1h 0m
Criminal Law Department Presents – CAAF Chats Ep 73: The 53rd Hodson Lecturer George Brauchler
In this episode, we sit down with George Brauchler, the 53rd Kenneth J. Hodson Lecturer in Criminal Law at The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School. Mr. Brauchler is the elected District Attorney for Colorado’s 23rd Judicial District and a recently retired Colonel in the Colorado National Guard and the Colorado Army National Guard’s first Military Judge. During our discussion, Mr. Brauchler offers insights and lessons learned from his career prosecuting some of the most complex and high-profile cases in civilian and military courtrooms. Learn more about The Quill & Sword series of podcasts by visiting our podcast page at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/thequillandsword. The Quill & Sword show includes featured episodes from across the JAGC, plus all episodes from our four separate shows: “Criminal Law Department Presents” (Criminal Law Department), “NSL Unscripted” (National Security Law Department), “The FAR and Beyond” (Contract & Fiscal Law Department) and “Hold My Reg” (Administrative & Civil Law Department). Connect with The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School by visiting our website at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/
- 1 weeks ago10 min
Criminal Law Department Presents – CAAF Chats Ep 72: United States v. Lopez (C.A.A.F. 2025)
In this episode, we review the authority of Courts of Criminal Appeals to grant appropriate relief for errors after entry of judgment. We discuss whether a CCA can provide backpay as a lawful remedy for illegal post-trial confinement. We cover appellate discovery standards and highlight important diligence requirements for government counsel. Learn more about The Quill & Sword series of podcasts by visiting our podcast page at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/thequillandsword. The Quill & Sword show includes featured episodes from across the JAGC, plus all episodes from our four separate shows: “Criminal Law Department Presents” (Criminal Law Department), “NSL Unscripted” (National Security Law Department), “The FAR and Beyond” (Contract & Fiscal Law Department) and “Hold My Reg” (Administrative & Civil Law Department). Connect with The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School by visiting our website at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/.
- 2 weeks ago15 min
Criminal Law Department Presents – CAAF Chats Ep 71: United States v. Roan (C.A.A.F. 2025)
In this episode, we discuss discovery obligations in the context of an innocent ingestion defense to an allegation of wrongful use of a controlled substance under Article 112a, UCMJ. We review the standard under Brady v. Maryland and offer practical takeaways for trial and defense counsel. Learn more about The Quill & Sword series of podcasts by visiting our podcast page at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/thequillandsword. The Quill & Sword show includes featured episodes from across the JAGC, plus all episodes from our four separate shows: “Criminal Law Department Presents” (Criminal Law Department), “NSL Unscripted” (National Security Law Department), “The FAR and Beyond” (Contract & Fiscal Law Department) and “Hold My Reg” (Administrative & Civil Law Department). Connect with The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School by visiting our website at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/.
- 3 weeks ago13 min
Criminal Law Department Presents – CAAF Chats Ep 70: United States v. Campos (C.A.A.F. 2025)
In this episode, we address victim impact statements under R.C.M. 1001(c). Specifically we discuss the inclusion of uncharged misconduct by the accused in the unsworn statement and whether it constitutes victim impact. We offer takeaways for how trial and defense counsel can apply this rule in practice. Learn more about The Quill & Sword series of podcasts by visiting our podcast page at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/thequillandsword. The Quill & Sword show includes featured episodes from across the JAGC, plus all episodes from our four separate shows: “Criminal Law Department Presents” (Criminal Law Department), “NSL Unscripted” (National Security Law Department), “The FAR and Beyond” (Contract & Fiscal Law Department) and “Hold My Reg” (Administrative & Civil Law Department). Connect with The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School by visiting our website at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/.
- Apr 22, 20269 min
Criminal Law Department Presents – CAAF Chats Ep 69: United States v. Urieta (C.A.A.F. 2025)
In this episode, we examine for cause challenges to panel members, specifically an implied bias challenge based on comments regarding an accused that retains civilian defense counsel. We discuss the liberal grant mandate and provide takeaways for practitioners during voir dire to assess issues of bias and potentially rehabilitate ambiguous responses. Learn more about The Quill & Sword series of podcasts by visiting our podcast page at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/thequillandsword. The Quill & Sword show includes featured episodes from across the JAGC, plus all episodes from our four separate shows: “Criminal Law Department Presents” (Criminal Law Department), “NSL Unscripted” (National Security Law Department), “The FAR and Beyond” (Contract & Fiscal Law Department) and “Hold My Reg” (Administrative & Civil Law Department). Connect with The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School by visiting our website at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/.
- Apr 8, 202622 min
Criminal Law Department Presents – CAAF Chats Ep 68: United States v. Secord (C.A.A.F. 2025)
In this episode, we review the interpretation of possession, custody, or control under R.C.M. 701, where defense counsel requests access to the data within the seized phone of the accused that the government is unable to unlock. We clarify the intersection between discovery rules and the Fourth Amendment, discuss the distinction between seizure of an electronic device and the data contained within, and provide takeaways for the field. Learn more about The Quill & Sword series of podcasts by visiting our podcast page at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/thequillandsword. The Quill & Sword show includes featured episodes from across the JAGC, plus all episodes from our four separate shows: “Criminal Law Department Presents” (Criminal Law Department), “NSL Unscripted” (National Security Law Department), “The FAR and Beyond” (Contract & Fiscal Law Department) and “Hold My Reg” (Administrative & Civil Law Department). Connect with The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School by visiting our website at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/.
- Apr 1, 20267 min
Criminal Law Department Presents – CAAF Chats Ep 67: United States v. Arroyo (C.A.A.F. 2026)
In this episode, we discuss the scope of sentence appropriateness and whether Courts of Criminal Appeals may consider the terms of a plea agreement in their review. We offer practical considerations for trial practitioners in drafting plea agreements in light of the CAAF’s opinion. Learn more about The Quill & Sword series of podcasts by visiting our podcast page at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/thequillandsword. The Quill & Sword show includes featured episodes from across the JAGC, plus all episodes from our four separate shows: “Criminal Law Department Presents” (Criminal Law Department), “NSL Unscripted” (National Security Law Department), “The FAR and Beyond” (Contract & Fiscal Law Department) and “Hold My Reg” (Administrative & Civil Law Department). Connect with The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School by visiting our website at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/.
- Mar 18, 202648 min
Criminal Law Department Presents – CAAF Chats Ep 66: United States v. Moore; United States v. Hennessy, and United States v. Serjak (C.A.A.F. 2026)
In this episode we discuss the legal and factual sufficiency of evidence considered in Article 120(b)(2)(A) – sexual assault without consent cases in light of CAAF’s recent Mendoza and Casillas opinions. We discuss at length the three legal principles established in Moore to resolve the certified question in all three cases – whether the Air Force Court of Criminal Appeals erred in applying United States v. Mendoza to find appellee’s sexual assault conviction [legally] and factually insufficient. Learn more about The Quill & Sword series of podcasts by visiting our podcast page at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/thequillandsword. The Quill & Sword show includes featured episodes from across the JAGC, plus all episodes from our four separate shows: “Criminal Law Department Presents” (Criminal Law Department), “NSL Unscripted” (National Security Law Department), “The FAR and Beyond” (Contract & Fiscal Law Department) and “Hold My Reg” (Administrative & Civil Law Department). Connect with The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School by visiting our website at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/.
About Criminal Law Department Presents
This podcast is part of The Quill & Sword series of podcasts created and hosted by The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School (TJAGLCS). Produced by the TJAGLCS Criminal Law Department, the podcast offers a 10-20 minute discussion about every published CAAF opinion—"CAAF Chats"—as well as a curated assortment of selected topics related to military justice - "Military Justice Grab Bag." Two shows, one channel. Connect with The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School by visiting our website at https://tjaglcs.army.mil/ or on Facebook (tjaglcs), Instagram (tjaglcs), or LinkedIn (school/tjaglcs).
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