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TJAGLCS · Class of 2026

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JAG University has moved!

ATTENTION: In January 2026, JAGU (our online hub for courses) transitioned from JAGU Blackboard to JAGU Moodle. Explore the new system via the link below:

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NEW ISSUE! THE ARMY LAWYER 2026 ISSUE 1!

Check out the latest issue of The Army Lawyer (2026 Issue 1), with new featured articles, book reviews, practice notes and more!

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NEW PODCAST: The FAR and Beyond | Episode 41

FY2026 NDAA Rundown

In this episode, we dissect the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, focusing on how the Speed and Forge Acts are driving a massive legislative pivot toward streamlined defense acquisition reform. We explore critical updates including the new statutory definition of "best value," significant threshold increases for mandatory cost data and Cost Accounting Standards, and the strategic push to eliminate supply chain reliance on covered nations.

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NEW: “LEADER’S LEGAL LIBRARY”

ANNOUNCEMENT: Army command teams and leaders at all levels now have access to a new repository of legal training videos, “one-page” takeaways, and sample policy letters to help them stay ready, agile, and lethal.

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Commander's Legal Handbook 2025!

Check out the most recent version of the Commander’s Legal Handbook!

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NEW PODCAST: Criminal Law Department Presents

CAAF Chats Ep 75: United States v. Batres (C.A.A.F. 2025)

In this episode, we discuss the meaning of the term transaction under Rule for Courts-Martial 1002(d)(2)(B)(i). We review when sentences to confinement for multiple offenses should run concurrently or consecutively. We also address forfeiture and the plain error standard of review.

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Welcome to The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center and School

Located on the University of Virginia campus in Charlottesville, Virginia, TJAGLCS is the preeminent legal institution in the federal government that enables successful military operations which comply with the rule of law in both peace and war. We educate, develop, and inspire trusted legal professionals, commanders, and other leaders through unparalleled legal education and training, collection and integration of legal lessons learned, modernized doctrine, leadership development, strategic planning, and the advancement of military legal capabilities in support of the Army, the Joint Force, and the Federal Government. Our primary focus is to develop and sustain the Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps’ ability to provide world-class legal advice while stewarding the Corps into the future.