A Coast Guard Commander's Quick Reference Manual for Legal Issues.
Abstract
DEGLAMORIZATION: Alcohol abuse is inconsistent with CG initiatives to promote personal excellence among members. Alcohol abuse should not be promoted by the chain of command. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF CO: * Conduct semi-annual regular training on the physical and psychological effects of alcohol abuse, the resources available to help overcome abuse problems and the CG's policy of identifying and eliminating alcohol abuse. * Document alcohol incidents by page 7 entries for enlisted members and by letter for officers copy to Commander, (CGPC-adm-3) and (CGPC- epm) or (CGPC-opm). * Following an alcohol incident, review the member's security clearance lAW COMDTlNST M5510.16. * Review the status of members involved in alcohol abuse incidents and take appropriate disciplinary, remedial, educational and I or administrative action. See ADMINISTRATIVE & DISCIPLINARY OPTIONS. * Purchasing alcohol for use by minors is not an alcohol incident, but is a violation of state law and represents a breach of discipline. Consult the cognizant legal officer in taking appropriate disciplinary action under Article 134, UCMJ. * Ensure that breathalyzer and I or field sobriety tests are conducted by base security when there is reasonable suspicion of alcohol abuse. Additionally, institute a random gate inspection program.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1997
- Accession Number
- ADA331643
Entities
Organizations
- Naval Justice School