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[SOFA] How is a JAG-assigned attorney different from a private Korean defense attorney? Do I need both?

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How is a JAG-assigned attorney different from a private Korean defense attorney? Do I need both?

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A military Judge Advocate (JAG) primarily handles internal military procedures, advising the command, and explaining a servicemember's rights on the U.S. side. Formally representing you in the Korean criminal proceeding and arguing the case in a Korean co
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