United States v. Lewis

Opinion of the Court

CRAWFORD, Judge:

In early 1989 Private Lewis was tried by a general court-martial composed of officer and enlisted members at Fort Devens, Massachusetts. Contrary to his pleas, appellant was convicted of attempted rape and breaking restriction, in violation of Articles 80 and 134 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, 10 USC §§ 880 and 934, respectively. Appellant received a sentence of dishonorable discharge, confinement for 8 years, and total forfeitures. The convening authority approved the sentence. The Court of Military Review affirmed. 33 MJ 758 (1991). We granted…