Monday's hearing at Fort Bragg lasted approximately five minutes. It was held because England wants a specific military attorney, John Crisp, added to her defense team. The investigating officer in the case set August 3 as the date for the Article 32 hearing, giving Crisp time to become familiar with the case.
Originally, England was scheduled to have a week-long hearing beginning July 12. Last Friday, the Army announced that the hearing would be delayed.
In addition to allegations of abuse, England is accused of violating a general order that prohibits making and possessing sexually explicit photographs. She's also charged with four counts of indecent acts.
England, who reportedly got pregnant at the Iraqi prison, now faces a total of 19 charges. If convicted at a court-martial, England would face a sentence of a dishonorable discharge and 38 years in prison.
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