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The Fort Meade Inspector General’s office conducts inquiries office provides legal services and preliminary legal advice to active-
into matters that concern the community at the direction of the duty service members, their family members, and other individuals
installation commander. Soldiers, family members and Department entitled to receive legal assistance in the community.
of Defense civilians may also request to meet confidentially with
the Inspector General. For general administrative law questions or legal review requests
visit fmmdadlaw@army.mil.
Garrison Safety Office For civilian labor and employment law questions or legal review
4550 Parade Field Lane requests, visit fmmdlaborcounsel@army.mil.
301-677-6241/4227/4867/4231
To reach the Administrative Section, call 301-677-9200/9712.
The Garrison Safety Office supports the Command by identifying
safety hazards and problems that affect post readiness and The Administrative Section of the OSJA provides direct automation,
recommends courses of action that assure mission accomplishment. equipment, supply, and human resources support to all the divisions
The GSO helps protect the Fort Meade community by integrating within the OSJA. The staff cannot directly assist clients with legal
consolidated risk management into all aspects of our missions and matters but will direct customers to the appropriate office.
everyday activities to ensure Fort Meade is a safe place for people
to work, live, and play. Legal Assistance Division
4217 Morrison Street, Suite 120
Motorcycle Safety Training: Military personnel operating a 301-677-9504/9536
motorcycle on or off duty, regardless of their intent to ride their Monday - Friday: 8:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. and 1:00p.m. - 4:00p.m.
motorcycle on a military installation, are required to complete
a prescribed motorcycle safety training course. Motorcycle Attorney consultations are by appointment only. On Tuesday
safety training is not mandatory for DoD civilians. Currently, mornings, a select number of 30-minute attorney consultations are
training is open to Army active duty, Army active reserve, and available for clients who arrive no later than 8:00am on a first-come,
active National Guard only. Additionally, all Active-Duty Military first-served basis for all legal subjects other than estate planning.
assigned to Fort Meade may utilize the training. This course is Notary and power of attorney services are available for clients
not offered to civilians unless it is directly required for work without an appointment.
related activities.
The Legal Assistance Division of the OSJA provides legal assistance
The Basic Rider Course (BRC): The BRC is designed for students to active-duty military personnel, retirees, their family members, and
recently licensed, or those who have been riding with a learners other individuals entitled to legal assistance within the Fort Meade
permit and have some riding experience, but would like to obtain community. Attorneys are available to assist in multiple areas including:
additional basic riding skills in a secure environment, away from
traffic and other distractions. The course consists of classroom • Article 138 and Article 139, U.C.M.J., Complaints
and hands-on motorcycle training. The BRC is required for all • Financial Liability Investigations of Property Loss & Line-of-
military riders prior to operating a motorcycle. The Safety Office Duty determinations
provides motorcycles, if needed for the BRC. If a student uses a • Insurance
Fort Meade-provided motorcycle, a learner’s permit, or license • Landlord/Tenant Disputes
is not required.
• Officer and Enlisted Evaluation Report Appeals
The Advanced Rider Course (ARC): This course is designed for a • Paternity, Child, and Spousal Support
licensed experienced rider who wants to sharpen his or her skills • Sales Contracts and Leases
and operate a motorcycle on post. The ARC is required to be taken • Service member Civil Relief Act
within one year of completing the BRC. It must be retaken every
five years as refresher training for all military riders. • Taxation
• Wills
Office of the Staff Judge Advocate
Claims Division
Office of the Staff Judge Advocate (OSJA) 4217 Morrison Street, Suite 100
4217 Morrison Street 301-677-9898
https://home.army.mil/meade/about/Garrison/staff-judge- Monday - Thursday: 8:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.
advocate Friday: 8:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.

The Fort George G. Meade Office of the Staff Judge Advocate (OSJA) The Claims Division processes, investigates and pays or defends
provides timely legal advice, service, and support to the command the U.S. Government under the Federal Tort Claims Act; processes,
and staff of Fort Meade and any tenant partner unit. In addition, the investigates and collects on behalf of the U.S. Government under

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