Noun
NJP (countable and uncountable, plural NJPs)
(military) Initialism of nonjudicial punishment.
All service members, except those embarked or attached to a vessel currently away from its homeport, have a right to refuse NJP and request a court-martial. Source: Internet
Hearing Prior to imposition of NJP, the commander will notify the accused of the commander's intention to impose punishment, the nature of the misconduct alleged, supporting evidence and a statement of the accused's rights under the UCMJ. Source: Internet
If the accused accepts NJP, he or she, plus a representative if desired, will attend the hearing conducted by the commander. Source: Internet
If the member considers the punishment to be unjust or to be disproportionate to the misconduct committed, he or she may appeal the NJP to a higher authority. Source: Internet
Navy and Marine Corps personnel assigned to or embarked aboard ship do not have the option of refusing NJP, nor can they appeal the decision of the officer imposing punishment; they may only appeal the severity of the punishment. Source: Internet
Personnel are permitted to refuse NJP in favor of a court-martial; this might be done in cases where they do not feel their Commanding Officer will give them a fair hearing. Source: Internet