United States Code Title 10 — Armed Forces

§ 7233. Requirement of exemplary conduct

§ 7233.

Requirement of exemplary conduct

All commanding officers and others in authority in the Army are required—

(1)

to show in themselves a good example of virtue, honor, patriotism, and subordination;

(2)

to be vigilant in inspecting the conduct of all persons who are placed under their command;

(3)

to guard against and suppress all dissolute and immoral practices, and to correct, according to the laws and regulations of the Army, all persons who are guilty of them; and

(4)

to take all necessary and proper measures, under the laws, regulations, and customs of the Army, to promote and safeguard the morale, the physical well-being, and the general welfare of the officers and enlisted persons under their command or charge.