Current Legal Issues

On September 20, 2011, official repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT) took effect. To access SLDN's Freedom to Serve: The Definitive Guide to LGBT Military Service, click here. There, you will find answers to your questions about serving in the U.S. military post-repeal.

Still have questions? SLDN's legal team is here to help.

• SLDN provides free legal counseling to service members with legal issues stemming from or relating to the previous DADT law banning military service by lesbian, gay, and bisexual persons, the regulations governing military service by HIV+ people, and the regulations addressing military service by transgender persons. Contact our legal hotline (202-328-3244 x 100 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)).
• Are you a veteran? Click here to contact our legal team about seeking an upgrade to your discharge characterization.
  
• If you are interested in rejoining the military or joining for the first time, we strongly encourage you to contact SLDN's legal hotline to set up a free, confidential call with an attorney to discuss your options.

TRANSGENDER SERVICE

• Transgender service members remain at risk. To learn more, click here.