What is the purpose of a military investigative hearing?

A military investigative hearing is an important part of military law in Utah. It serves as an important part of the investigative process when a military member is accused or suspected of a crime. The purpose of the hearing is to determine if there is enough evidence to pursue a court-martial. The main goal of the hearing is to collect evidence, including testimony from witnesses, to determine if the accused person has committed a criminal offense. The hearing also seeks to determine if there is sufficient justification to pursue the case in court. The hearing also helps the accused understand the charges against them. The hearing is conducted by at least one military investigating officer. The investigating officer is responsible for collecting all relevant evidence and testimony. The investigative hearing is generally non-adversarial, which means that the accused and the witnesses are not in direct contact with each other during the hearing. The investigating officer may ask questions of the accused and the witnesses in order to gather relevant information. Ultimately, the outcome of the investigative hearing will be used to determine whether or not a court-martial is warranted. The hearing may result in a dismissal of charges or a finding that there is insufficient evidence to pursue the case further. The investigating officer submits a report to the judicial officer who then makes a decision with regard to the court-martial.

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