GOMOR, Board of Inquiry and Administrative Separation Board in Poland
New force headquarters in Poland, new mission, same old Soldier misconduct allegations which lead to adverse action like a General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand, or GOMOR in Poland or a career ending administrative separation board in Poland or a Board of Inquiry in Poland.
V Corps Headquarters (Forward)
Camp Kościuszko, Poznan, Poland
V Corps returned to Europe in the fall of 2021 with a small contingent of Soldiers consisting of the Deputy Commanding General for Maneuver, a Nominative 2-Star Command Sergeant Major, Company Commander, and 1SG. This return allowed U.S. Army forces to support more exercises and train with allies and partners while increasing readiness. Additionally, the move increases the U.S. ability to deter potential adversaries.
Soldiers from across the Corp’s sections form Victory Corps Forward. The arrival of and permanent presence of the Corps in Poland means enhanced security in the region. This move signals the US commitment to NATO and its partners in Europe for NATO allies and partners of the U.S.
V Corps says the primary mission of the new forward headquarters in Poland is to conduct operational planning, mission command and oversight of the rotational forces in Europe. These efforts also provide additional capability to support allies and partners in the region while improving interoperability.
Soldiers in a new, unfamiliar place at greater risk for misconduct
With any new mission, commands also face the risk of misconduct in the ranks. Deployed forward in Europe comes with additional restrictions on Soldier activities which leads to increased risk of breaking the rules. Commands do their best to communicate the rules to Soldiers, but inevitably, a few Soldiers find themselves facing adverse action. This adverse action could be as simple as a General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand, GOMOR in Poland, but could also be a career ending administrative separation board in Poland or a Board of Inquiry in Poland. Suspected violations of the following prohibited activity could trigger adverse action in Soldiers stationed in Poland.
Summary of Prohibited Activities for US Soldiers Stationed in Poland
- Off-Limits Locations: Soldiers are prohibited from visiting certain establishments, including:
- Bars, hookah lounges, casinos, nightclubs, strip clubs, and places offering prostitution or illegal substances.
- Establishments where employees are fully or partially nude.
- Bars primarily serving alcohol without meals and nightclubs with dance floors and DJs.
Soldiers should use common sense and consult their leadership if unsure about a location’s status.
- Alcohol Consumption:
- Soldiers on orders longer than 30 days must refrain from drinking alcohol for the first 96 hours in the area.
- Alcohol consumption is prohibited within eight hours of duty, while on duty, or within eight hours of operating any vehicle.
- Soldiers must not drink to the point of intoxication, defined as impairing mental or physical faculties or having a BAC of 0.08 or higher.
- Battle Buddies:
- Between 2200 and 0600 hours, soldiers must have a battle buddy when off the installation for unofficial business.
- Battle buddies must stay together, and any separation must be reported to a supervisor.
- Soldiers must inform their supervisors of their plans before leaving the installation during these hours, including the location and name of their battle buddy. Supervisors must approve and assess the suitability of the battle buddy.
Facing GOMOR, Board of Inquiry, or an Administrative Separation Board in Poland
When V Corps Forward initiates an adverse action against a Soldier either with a GOMOR, a Board of Inquiry in Poland, or an adverse separation board in Poland, the Soldier is entitled to due process. For a GOMOR in Poland, commands generally give a Soldier 7 days to respond to a GOMOR where the commanding general may use the response to decide whether to file a Soldiers GOMOR locally or in the Soldier’s permanent record. Getting assistance from an experienced military lawyer with this response may give a Soldier the best chance of a local filing, possibly avoiding career consequences. If the allegations are severe enough, the command or HRC may direct an administrative separation board for the accused. Officers or NCOs with six or more years of service are entitled to appear before a Board of Inquiry or administrative separation board. During the board hearing, the officer is entitled to present evidence rebutting the reason(s) for the adverse separation action. The officer is also allowed to present evidence of good military character, duty performance, and service to the nation. An officer should choose an experienced board of inquiry lawyer to represent him and aggressively fight for their career.
No matter where you are stationed in the world, if you are facing a board of inquiry in Poland, an administrative separation board in Poland or a GOMOR in Poland contact my office at +(757) 504-2815 or through our convenient online form to schedule a consultation.
Attorney Peter Kageleiry, Jr., focuses his legal practice exclusively on military court-martial law and related adverse administrative actions.
V Corps History
“The V Corps’ history dates back to 1918, when the unit was activated during World War I in combat in France. By the end of the war, the Corps had fought in the Lorraine, St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne campaigns, and was dubbed the “Victory Corps.” 
V Corps later took part in the World War II D-Day invasion and liberation of Europe; defended Western Europe during the Cold War; saw service in the Balkans and in Iraq and Afghanistan; and has helped build U.S. bonds with America’s multinational partners across Europe.
The motto of V Corps is “It Will Be Done.” The V Corps’ logo features a pentagon representing the number of the Corps, while blue and white are the colors associated with Corps flags.” – VCorps.army.mil/about-us/mission-history
