[2ndDivisionVet]

Failure to register is a violation of the Military Selective Service Act. Conviction for such a violation may result in imprisonment for up to five years and/or a fine of not more than $250,000.

A young man who fails to register with Selective Service may be ineligible for opportunities that may be important to his future. He must register to be eligible for federal student financial aid, state-funded student financial aid in many states, most federal employment, some state employment, security clearance for contractors, job training under the Workforce Investment Act, and U.S. citizenship for immigrant men.

Men, born after December 31, 1959, who aren't registered with Selective Service won't qualify for federal student loans or grant programs. This includes Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG), Direct Stafford Loans/Plus Loans, National Direct Student Loans, and College Work Study.

NOTE: Some states have added additional penalties for those who fail to register.

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I had to register after I left the Army.

[Dr. Sivana]

Failure to register is a violation of the Military Selective Service Act.[ . . . ] etc., etc.

I am aware of the potential penalties. People ask what unjust laws are worth resisting despite penalties; sending daughters off to combat is way up on my list.

[Myrddin]

I pressed through UCSD in 2.5 years finishing at age 19. During my time in school I had a 1H, then a 1A draft card. My lottery number came up 319. My dad was a Commander in the Navy and serving as XO of 32nd St Naval Station, San Diego at that time. I knew what to expect if I made the choice to pursue life as a Naval officer. I opted to stay in civilian life and work as a DoD contractor. I think the contributions I've made in that role are more significant than what might have transpired on active duty.