Who is the confirmation memo sent to and what does it include?

• A. all parties (MJ, TC, DC, civilian counsel if applicable, VC, and Chief Circuit MJ) and confirms detailing authority, arraignment date, trial date, exclusion of time, and other relevant data
• B. only MJ
• C. only VC
• D. only TC

Answer: (A)

The confirmation memo is a formal notice that all key participants in the case receive, to lock in who has authority to proceed and to lay out the essential schedule and timing details. It goes to everyone involved—the military judge, the trial counsel, the defense counsel (and civilian counsel if applicable), the victim’s counsel, and the Chief Circuit Military Judge. It confirms the authority to convene and move forward, lists the arraignment date and the trial date, notes any exclusions of time (pauses in the speedy-trial clock), and includes other relevant data about the case. This ensures everyone is aligned on the process and dates and creates an official record of how the case will proceed.