About Douglas Dribben Expertise I can answer questions about military law practice and procedure, as well as federal civilian criminal law. I can also answer questions about the military Judge Advocate Generals` Corps (JAG, like the TV show).
Experience I am a former federal prosecutor and retired military attorney. I have worked in civilian and military courts in the criminal law arena, and successfully prosecuted the first DNA case in the Middle District of Georgia. I am currently in the tort arena, handling cases against the federal government arising worldwide and our NATO partners arising in the US. I hold an LL.M. in military criminal law from the Judge Advocate General's School, Army, and have written about military law issues.
Publications The Military Law Review
The Army Lawyer
The University of Missouri-Kansas City Law Review
Awards and Honors Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Superior Performance Award as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney (Department of Justice)
Question I like this Airmen, but he thinks he can not date me because I'm 17. We have been out once or twice but we have never done anything sexual. Can he date me? Can we have sexual contact? Can you please help me.
Answer There is no law against him seeing you. Whether or not he can have sexual contact with you will depend on your state law and whether you are considered a minor under that law, and his age relative to yours. You have not provided sufficient information to make a determination. If you want a detailed answer, you should seek legal adivce from a qualified attorney in your state.
This answer is a generic response to your question, and does not constitute legal advice nor establishes a lawyer-client relationship. The answer does not fit all situations, and the questioner should seek a specific answer from an attorney licensed to practice in the questioner's state and who is aware of all facts relevant to the question.
