Chapter X · Sentencing

R.C.M. 1008. Impeachment of sentence

2024 Manual for Courts-Martial, United States

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A sentence that is proper on its face may be impeached only when extraneous prejudicial information was improperly brought to the attention of the military judge, outside influence was improperly brought to bear upon the military judge, or unlawful command influence was brought to bear upon the military judge.
Discussion
See R.C.M. 923 Discussion concerning impeachment of findings.