Security forces Airman at Academy scheduled for Article 32 Published Aug. 19, 2008 U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AFPN) -- An Article 32 hearing for an enlisted Airman assigned to the 10th Security Forces Squadron convenes Aug. 21 at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Airman 1st Class David Christie, who is not an Academy cadet, has been charged with violating the Uniform Code of Military Justice by deserting with intent to shirk important service and willfully disobeying a noncommissioned officer. It is emphasized that the charge stated is merely an accusation at this time. Airman Christie is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. An Article 32 hearing is used to determine if there is enough evidence to move the case forward to a court-martial or make recommendations for an alternate action. If the case is forwarded to a general court-martial, and if the Airman is found guilty, he faces a maximum punishment of a dishonorable discharge, five years in prison, forfeiture of all pay and allowances, and reduction to airman basic. Comment on this story (comments may be published on Air Force Link) View the comments/letters page