[Ole Okie]

Well isn’t that special?

[Blood of Tyrants]

Not unexpected. Until he goes to trial or courts martial, he still receives his pay. He cannot be punished before the trial.

[taxcontrol]

Actually, it’s normal. Until the soldier is convicted, he is only accused and is still entitled to rank and pay. When convicted, they are stripped of rank (E-1) and lose pay.

[Vermont Lt]

Not for nuthin’, but are we presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court (whether it be civilian or military.)

I am sure that we will get our pound of flesh.

[SandRat]

Until the Courts Martial convicts Major Hasan and as a part of the sentencing orders a reduction in rank to E-1, Forfeiture of all pay and allowances, a Dishonorable Discharge, and hopefully Execution for the crime, Hasan still legally is a Major and gets full pay.