UNIT PUNISHMENT BOOK

The UPB contains a record of all NJP hearings conducted by a command, not just those in which punishment was awarded, and is required by the MILPERS-MAN. The form that is used to record NJP hearings is the NAVPERS 1626/7. When all actions have been completed on a particular NJP hearing, the space provided in the final administrative action portion of the NAVPERS 1626/7 (see section J of fig. 5-1) that indicates when the case record is filed in the UPB should be filled out. Though there is no requirement to do so, it is good administrative practice to attach all relevant documents on that particular case to the NAVPERS 1626/7.

There are no specific instructions as to what manner these cases should be filed in the UPB; however, the suggested procedure is to file cases in alphabetical order, chronological order by date, or a combination of both.

LOG ENTRIES

The Standard Organization and Regulations of the U.S. Navy, (SORM), OPNAVINST 3120.32B, prescribes the log entry for mast results afloat. Such an entry should be substantially in the format for the POD entry, and you should provide this information to the officer of the deck (OOD) for inclusion in the deck log. Although there is no Navywide requirement for logbooks ashore, you will find that logs are kept ashore pursuant to local instructions. Unless these local instructions require a different format, you should provide information about the mast results to the OOD in the same format that is used afloat.

SUMMARY

NJP is the lowest form of discipline available to COs to aid them in maintaining good order and discipline within the Navy. As you can see from the preceding discussions, there are many considerations when the various aspects of NJP are carried out. It is important for you, as an LN, to keep abreast of all the requirements and procedures associated with the proper administration of NJP because of its effect upon individuals as well as its effect upon the Navy.

A checklist for report chit/NJP processing, figure 5-23, is provided for you as a guide in helping you to carry out all the responsibilities inherent in NJP proceedings.

Figure 5-23.-Checklist for report chit/NJP processing.

Figure 5-23.-Checklist for report chit/NJP processing-Continued.

Figure 5-23.-Checklist for report chit/NJP processing-Continued.