GREGORY CHANDLER - COURT MARTIAL OF DAVID PETRAEUS

One little discussed aspect of the David Petraeus extramarital affair is that adultery is a criminal offense in the United States military.  Article 134 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice allows for the court-martial of United States military personnel for adultery. 

The facts, as reported, inform that the retired general engaged in an extramarital affair while on active duty.  Therefore, Petraeus can be recalled to active duty for the purpose of a court-martial.  In addition, administrative penalties may be imposed such as a letter of reprimand.  As a retired service member, Petraeus is currently still in the military with the status of an individual who is on what is known as the retired list. 


Gregory Chandler