DD Form 455. Report of Proceedings to Vacate Suspension of a Court-Martial Sentence

DD Form 455 - Report of Proceedings to Vacate Suspension of a Court-Martial Sentence is used to report and document the proceedings to vacate a suspension of a court-martial sentence within the Department of Defense.

The form consists of sections where the necessary information about the case and the reasons for vacating the suspension are recorded. It serves as a formal report on the legal proceedings associated with the suspension of a court-martial sentence.

Important fields in this form include case details, reasons for vacating the suspension, and the legal authority's approval. Accurate completion is crucial to provide an accurate record of the proceedings and the decision to vacate the suspension.

Application Example: A military service member's court-martial sentence was previously suspended, and they now seek to vacate the suspension due to changed circumstances. Legal personnel complete DD Form 455, detailing the case, the reasons for vacating the suspension, and obtaining the necessary approvals. Proper completion ensures the accurate record of the legal proceedings.

There are no direct analogues to this form, as it addresses the specific reporting of proceedings to vacate the suspension of a court-martial sentence within the Department of Defense.