Which articles of the Uniform Code of Military Justice are referred to as punitive articles?

The correct response points to Articles 77 through 134 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) as the punitive articles. These articles outline a range of offenses that military personnel can be charged with, including various forms of misconduct and criminal behavior. The punitive nature of these articles means they are specifically designed to address actions that are detrimental to military discipline and order, allowing for legal action against service members who violate the established laws.

In contrast, the other groups of articles mentioned do not specifically encompass punitive offenses. Articles 1 through 76 include general provisions, definitions, and jurisdictional details, while Articles 135 through 200 continue beyond the punitive scope, dealing with non-punitive regulations and administrative actions. Articles 77 through 99 represent a smaller subset of punitive articles that focus on specific offenses, but they do not cover the full range of punitive actions found in Articles 100 through 134. This demonstrates that the broader scope of Articles 77 through 134 is critical for understanding the complete framework of military justice meant to uphold discipline.