Uniform Code of Military Justice
Article 12. Right to Counsel.
(a) An accused is entitled to representation by qualified defense counsel during a court-martial and appellate proceedings authorized by this Code.
(b) Defense counsel shall be afforded reasonable access to the accused, discoverable material, the judicial record, hearings, and proceedings necessary for effective representation.
(c) An accused may retain additional qualified counsel at personal expense when the representation does not materially interfere with the orderly administration of the proceeding.
(d) No commanding officer, superior officer, investigator, Government counsel, or military official may direct defense counsel concerning professional judgment, litigation strategy, advice, or lawful representation provided to an accused.