Can you sue a military recruiter?

It’s not so much a civil suit sitiation as a violation of Federal Law. You can bring your allegations to the attention of the appropriate military authorities who after proper investigation may institute criminal proceedings against the recruiter under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

Is it illegal for military recruiters to lie?

Lying to join the military is a fraudulent enlistment and can result in a felony conviction.

Why are military recruiters allowed in high schools?

Federal and state laws require that high schools give military recruiters “the same access” to campuses as the schools provide to other people or groups who tell students about job or career possibilities.

How do I file a complaint against a military recruiter?

To report an abuse call 1- 877-688-6881. To request stickers publicizing the hotline, contact Darlene Gramigna at [email protected].

Do Army Recruiters lie?

Most recruiters are not bad, but they have quotas to meet and that pressure can lead to bending the truth or outright lying. Bottom line- do your research, read your contract and don’t fall for the 12 military recruiter lies below.

What law allows for military recruiters to be in schools?

Local educational agencies (LEAs) receiving assistance under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) are generally required to give military recruiters the same access to secondary school students as they provide to postsecondary institutions or to prospective employers.

Can I give my military recruiter a gift?

Ac The “20/50” Rule: a DoD employee can generally accept a gift (other than cash) with a monetary value that does not exceed $20 per occasion, per source, not to exceed $50 per source in a calendar year.

How do I report a bad Army recruiter?

The National Youth and Militarism Recruiter Abuse Hotline is now open at 1- 877-688-6881. After hearing many reports from young people and their families about abuses by military recruiters, we at AFSC are beginning to track these abuses as reported to our national hotline.

Can I sue the government for military injuries?

Families, even those with active-duty members, can sue the government for negligence under the Federal Tort Claims Act. Troops themselves, however, cannot sue the government for personal injuries caused by the negligence of military members, including those providing medical care.

Can you be kicked out of the military for no reason?

The short answer is that you can’t — unless it is for a valid hardship reason (i.e., someone in your immediate family is terminally ill, and your presence is required). The military can throw you out for several reasons, but you can’t simply quit because you don’t like it.

Do military recruiters tell lies?

While the lies military recruiters tell might seem harmless, they can have a serious detriment to your overall experience of serving. You want to serve your country, but at the same time, want to set yourself up for future skill-sets that can translate to the real world.

Is it a misdemeanor to lie to get into the military?

It’s not a misdemeanor, it’s not the same as getting a speeding ticket. It’s a felony offense, punishable by a $10,000 fine and three years in prison. If you lie to get into the military, you are committing a felony. It’s that simple.