What You Need To Know About AWOL in the Military
By
Roy L. Kaufmann
January 16, 2024
What does it mean when someone goes AWOL? Short for Absent Without Leave, AWOL, or Unauthorized Absence (UA) occurs when a service member leaves the military without prior authorization.
This offense is not a light matter and is considered one of the most severe things a person in the military can do. It can be life-changing if a person gets charged with this offense. We’ll delve into what it means to go AWOL and the severity of AWOL charges.
