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Text.

See Paragraph 60.

Elements.

(1) That the accused discharged a firearm;

(2) That such discharge was caused by the negligence of the accused; and

(3) That, under the circumstances, the conduct of the accused was to the prejudice of good order and discipline in the armed forces or was of a nature to bring discredit upon the armed forces.

Explanation. For a discussion of negligence, see paragraph 85c(2).

Lesser included offense. . None

Maximum punishment. Confinement for 3 months and forfeiture of two-thirds pay per month for 3 months.

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Above Information from Manual for Court Martial, 2002, Chapter 4, Paragraph 80