How do you tell if someone is lying about serving in the military?

Please use the Defense Manpower Data Center’s (DMDC) Military Verification service to verify if someone is in the military. The website will tell you if the person is currently serving in the military.

What to do when you know your spouse is lying to you?

Instead, let them know that you know they’ve been dishonest. Gently explain that you feel very betrayed, and this is painful for you. You can ask your spouse, “Why didn’t you think I’d be safe to tell the truth to?” Let them answer, and hear them out.

Is it a crime to falsely claim military service?

The Stolen Valor Act of 2013 was signed by President Barack Obama on June 3, 2013. The Act makes it a federal crime to fraudulently claim to be a recipient of certain military decorations or medals in order to obtain money, property, or other tangible benefit.

What happens to your military benefits if your spouse leaves you?

Military ID card —Your service member cannot take your ID card away, and you can continue to access the privileges your ID card provides, even if your spouse leaves you. Medical benefits — You’re still entitled to medical benefits through your service member, even if you’re estranged, for as long as you stay married.

Is lying about military service free speech?

The U.S. Supreme Court deemed lying about military service or medals a matter of free speech when in 2012 it struck down the Stolen Valor Act of 2005, signed into law by President George W. Bush.

How can I get financial support as a military spouse?

Although there are a number of ways to getting the financial support you may be entitled to — including court orders and using the service member’s chain of command — each service has its own regulations that may apply to your circumstances. The military benefits you’re entitled to as a military spouse include, but aren’t limited to:

Is it a crime to lie about your military record?

In other words, lies that materially benefited the person who uttered them could be a criminal violation. That’s aside from the fact that many veterans feel lies about military records or medals diminishes the sacrifices made by others. The embellishment of military service records is not rare.