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A sexual assault accusation at Naval Base Kitsap is one of the most serious legal threats a sailor or Marine can face. Under Article 120 of the UCMJ, a conviction carries the potential for life in federal prison, a dishonorable discharge, forfeiture of all pay and allowances, and mandatory sex offender registration. If you are stationed at Naval Base Kitsap and have been accused, you need an experienced military defense attorney working for you immediately.
What Article 120 Charges Could You Face at Naval Base Kitsap?
Article 120 covers a broad spectrum of sexual offenses under the UCMJ. At Naval Base Kitsap, Navy and Marine Corps personnel may face charges including:
- Rape
- Sexual assault
- Aggravated sexual contact
- Abusive sexual contact
- Sexual acts by force, threat, or against an incapacitated victim
Naval Base Kitsap is the third-largest Navy installation in the United States, home to a significant portion of the Pacific Fleet’s submarine force as well as surface ships and support commands. The Navy takes Article 120 charges extremely seriously, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) will build their cases methodically and thoroughly. Having a skilled defense attorney from the outset can be the difference between acquittal and a life-altering conviction.
Military Trial Defenders — Naval Base Kitsap and the Pacific Northwest
Military Trial Defenders has extensive experience defending Navy and Marine Corps personnel at Naval Base Kitsap and in courts-martial proceedings throughout Washington State. Our attorneys know how to effectively challenge military sexual assault prosecutions and fight for your acquittal.
Stationed at Naval Base Kitsap? Here’s What You’re Facing
Naval Base Kitsap, located on the Kitsap Peninsula in western Washington State, was formed in 2004 through the consolidation of Naval Station Bremerton and Naval Submarine Base Bangor. Today it is the third-largest naval installation in the country and the home port for a significant portion of the U.S. Pacific Fleet’s submarine force, including Ohio-class ballistic missile submarines and fast-attack submarines. The base also supports surface ships, aircraft, and a large population of active duty sailors and Marines along with Department of Defense civilians and contractors.
Sexual assault allegations involving Navy personnel at Naval Base Kitsap are investigated by the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), one of the most well-funded and experienced federal investigative agencies in the military. Under recent reforms, the Office of Special Trial Counsel (OSTC) — which operates independently from the command — now has authority to decide whether to prosecute covered offenses including sexual assault. This means your commanding officer can no longer intervene on your behalf, and the decision to prosecute rests with experienced trial counsel who pursue these cases aggressively. If you are stationed at Naval Base Kitsap and an accusation has been made, the investigation is almost certainly already underway. Contact Military Trial Defenders immediately.
The Process: What to Expect
Initial Consultation
Contact us for a free case evaluation. We’ll discuss your situation and outline the best path forward.
Data Collection
We investigate every aspect of your case, from evidence and witness statements to chain-of-command dynamics.
Trial Preparation
Expect expert testimony and a strong defense strategy tailored to your case.
The Verdict
Whether it’s a jury trial or judge-only trial, we fight for your acquittal and future.
Protect Your Rights, Career, and Future
With a 90% acquittal rate and years of experience, we’ve helped countless military members clear their names. We’re here to protect your rights, your career, and your future.
Contact us today. Your military career depends on it.
Why Clients Choose Military Trial Defenders
See how Military Trial Defenders compares to other military defense firms on the factors that matter most.
| MILITARY TRIAL DEFENDERS | |||
| Competitive Differentiator Analysis | Why Clients Choose MTD | |||
| DIFFERENTIATOR | Military Trial Defenders | National Security–Focused Military Defense Firm | General Court-Martial Defense Firm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90% Acquittal Rate | ★ STRONG | ◐ MIXED | ◐ MIXED |
| 24/7 Availability & 24–48hr Response Guarantee | ★ STRONG | ◐ MIXED | ◐ MIXED |
| Transparent Flat-Fee Billing | ★ STRONG | ◐ MIXED | × WEAK |
| Pre-Charge / Investigation-Stage Engagement | ★ STRONG | ◐ MIXED | ◐ MIXED |
What Our Clients Say
“I thought my career was over. Thanks to Military Trial Defenders, I was acquitted and able to continue serving. I can’t thank them enough.”
Anonymous Service Member
“From day one, they treated me with respect and guided me through every step. They truly saved my life.”
Navy Petty Officer
Frequently Asked Questions
Sexual assault allegations at Naval Base Kitsap are investigated by the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). NCIS agents are highly trained federal investigators with extensive experience building sexual assault cases. They work independently from your command and their goal is prosecution. Do not speak with NCIS without first consulting a qualified military defense attorney.
Under recent military justice reforms, the Office of Special Trial Counsel (OSTC) — not your commanding officer — now decides whether to prosecute sexual assault cases at Naval Base Kitsap. Your command no longer has the authority to intervene or dismiss charges. This makes having an experienced civilian defense attorney even more critical from the very beginning of your case.
A guilty verdict on a military sexual assault charge can result in federal imprisonment, a dishonorable discharge, permanent loss of all military benefits including your pension and VA benefits, and mandatory registration as a sex offender. The consequences follow you for life. Our goal is to prevent that outcome entirely.
While you are entitled to a free military defense counsel (JAG), these attorneys carry heavy caseloads and may lack the specialized experience required to effectively challenge a complex Article 120 prosecution. A civilian military defense attorney focuses exclusively on cases like yours, brings independent expertise, and has no competing obligations within the military chain of command. When your freedom and career are on the line, you deserve dedicated representation.
No. You have the absolute right to remain silent and the right to counsel under both the UCMJ and the Constitution. Anything you say to NCIS investigators can and will be used against you at court-martial. Do not make any statements — even ones you believe are helpful — before speaking with Military Trial Defenders.
