Deputy Judge Advocate General of the United States Army

Deputy Judge Advocate General of
the United States Army
since July 15, 2024
Formation1949
First holderMG Hubert D. Hoover
WebsiteOfficial Website

The Deputy Judge Advocate General of the Army (DJAG)[1] is the second highest ranking JAG officer and lawyer in the United States Army. Similar to the Judge Advocate General of the United States Army (TJAG), the DJAG is appointed by the president with the advice and consent of the senate. Upon appointment to the office of DJAG, the appointee, if they hold a lower rank, will be promoted to the rank of major general.[2]

  1. ^ [1] 10 USC 5149 Office of the Judge Advocate General: Deputy Judge Advocate General; Assistant Judge Advocates General.
  2. ^ [2] 10 USC 5149(a)(1) Office of the Judge Advocate General: Deputy Judge Advocate General; Appointment.