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Off-limits policies protect service members Lance Cpl. Justin A. Rodriguez Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
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arines are accustomed to following rules, but sometimes need reminding of why it’s important to abide by them. Restrictions such as the offlimits establishments and locations list are in place to protect service members. Off-limits areas include more than two dozen local
establishments published in Marine Corps Installations East, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Bulletin 1620, which include auto body and repair shops and retail tobacco stores. Service members frequenting establishments on the list are punishable under article 92 of the Uniformed Code of Military Justice, said Michael Archer, retired major and Marine Corps Installations East legal assistance director. The bulletin is released
to keep service members safe, and it should be taken as a warning from the base staff, said Archer. Base personnel are prohibited from conducting business or entering the premises of the selected establishments. “The off-limits list keeps base personnel from visiting a potentially dangerous or fraudulent place of business or area,” said Michael Archer, retired major and Marine Corps Installations East legal assistance direc-
tor. “When someone comes to us with a problem with a certain establishment, we ask for more information so we can take the steps to either fix the problem or pursue further discipline, even if it is putting it on the off-limits list.” The legal assistance office approaches the business with the problem to inform them of the complaints being registered against them. The base inspector and NCIS have the ability to investigate any business
which they believe to be doing illegal activities. “I document the complaints and send them to the Armed Forces Disciplinary Control Board,” said Archer. “They make the recommendations to the installation commander, who usually concurs with them, but the commanding general has the ability to immediately place an establishment offlimits.” The mission of the Armed Forces Disciplin-
Multipurpose canines participate in urban environment training exercise
ary Control Board is to make recommendations to the commanding general regarding the correction of problems any establishment may have. Deeming an establishment off-limits is a function of the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune commanding general, and is used to help maintain good order, discipline and welfare of personnel in the Camp Lejeune area. see Off-Limits 4A
Shutdown delays tax season to end of month Cpl. Joshua W. Grant Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
Photo by Capt. Barry Morris
Marines with Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command, Marine Special Operations School, observe through a window, fellow Critical Skills Operators climbing ladders up a two-story building, while providing over-watch, during an urban environment training exercise, recently. This exercise focuses on sustaining the tactical capabilities of the Marines of MARSOC into a combatready organization fully prepared to meet all assigned missions in support of the Global War on Terror.
The Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Tax Center is scheduled to open Jan. 31 to provide free income tax filing assistance to activeduty Marines, dependents, retirees and Department of Defense civilians on base. James Stubbs Jr., officer in charge of the Camp Lejeune tax center, said despite the season starting later than usual, the tax filing deadline will still be April 15. Each year, the Camp Lejeune tax center processes more than 15,000 customers, free of charge, saving service members hundreds in tax preparation fees. “The tax center offers the one-stop shop for all tax needs. The individual will sit down with a tax preparer, fill out their tax return completely and the tax center will electronically file it free of charge,” said Stubbs. Tax preparers have the ability to file returns for the last three years. Deployed Marines and their spouses have 180 days after they leave the deployment area to file taxes. The Department of the Treasury intake quality review sheet is a comprehensive pre-filing document and is required to be filled out before being seen by a tax preparer. All patrons should also bring tax related documents, W-2 forms and bank statements. see Tax 4A
Marine receives award for rescuing young girl Cpl. Devin Nichols
2nd Marine Logistics Group
With the arrival of the weekend, Marines and their friends gathered at North Topsail Beach, N.C. This particular Saturday couldn’t be a better day to hit the beach. The sky was clear and the sun was radiant, calmed by the sound of crashing waves. It was a relaxing way to enjoy a summer weekend. In the midst of the calm and relaxing day Cpl. Brian E. Babineau, a warehouse clerk with Supply Company, 2nd Supply Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, and his friends were lying on the beach when they heard a scream. The Marines stood up, curious of where the scream came from. “An older woman yelled from next to us ‘help there is a girl drowning out there’,” said Babineau. “As soon as I heard that, I started to run
to the water and dove in.” Without hesitation, Babineau swam to the young girl screaming from far out in the ocean. “When I got to her she was in a panic and was thrashing around,” said Babineau. “I told her to relax and put your arms around my neck, and then with my left arm I trapped her body against mine and started to swim back with her.” The waves were massive, and the young girl was trapped in a rip current, but that didn’t stop him. “It was a really strong current, and it started to take me in,” said Babineau. “I had to keep myself calm while I was swimming so I didn’t freak out. Then I told her when the waves come crashing to hold her breath so she doesn’t swallow any water. It took me 10 to 15 minutes to get back to the beach. Once we got closer to shore I started to use my feet to push myself closer to land, so I turned her in front of me so that she didn’t get hit by
anymore waves. When we reached land she ran straight to her father.” The little girl calmed down realizing she was safe and thanked Babineau for his actions. Several months later, Babineau was recognized for his actions on the beach that day. At the French Creek barracks aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Jan. 10. a formation consisting of Supply Battalion Marines and sailors came to attention as Babineau received the Navy Commendation Medal for his heroic engagements on July 14, 2013. “I tell you what, I have been looking forward to giving this award out ever since we have been moving it up the (chain of command),” said Lt. Col. Jesse A. Kemp, the commanding officer of 2nd Supply Battalion, 2nd MLG. “This is truly an inspiration, this is probably one of the most inspirational awards that see award 4A
Photo by Cpl. Devin Nichols
Cpl. Brian E. Babineau, a warehouse clerk with Supply Company, 2nd Supply Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, received the Navy Commendation Medal for saving a young girl’s life at North Topsail Beach, N.C., July 14.