Find information about Veterans and Military Legal Issues
Active Duty Pre-Seperation Checklist
This is a checklist for members of the military leaving active duty.
Application for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation
Application form for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (In-Service Death only).
Army Regulation 608-99 (Family Support, Child Custody, Visitation, Paternity, Court Orders)
Army Regulation 608-99, Family Support, Child Support, and Paternity, sets Army policy, responsibilities, and procedures on financial support of family members, child custody and visitation, paternity, and compliance with court orders regarding these and related matters.
Assistance for Incarcerated Veterans
This site offers information useful to veterans transitioning out of prison, and details numerous housing, employment and healthcare resources/benefits.
A Survivor's Guide to Benefits: Taking Care of Our Own
This guide is intended to aid you as you work through the difficulty and pain of losing a loved one who was serving in the military.
Benefits Summary Materials
Veterans Benefits Administration, summary of all VA benefits by type
Blind Rehabilitation Service
The mission of Blind Rehabilitation Service is to coordinate a healthcare service delivery system that provides a continuum of care for blinded veterans extending from their home environment to the local VA facility and to the appropriate rehabilitation setting.
Burials and Memorials Home
This page discusses burial and memorial services for veterans, burial allowances provided by the VA, and funeral honors.
Children of Women Vietnam Veterans Monthly Monetary Allowance
Who Is Eligible For The Children Of Women Vietnam Veterans Monthly Allowance?
Death Pension Benefits
Information on death pensions for eligible spouses and dependents of deceased wartime veterans.
Department of Defense Family Advocacy Program
If a military service member suspects that someone is abusing or neglecting a child, he/she is required by federal and state laws and DoD policy to report it to the Family Advocacy Program immediately.
Dependency Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
Information (fact sheet) regarding Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). DIC is a monthly benefit paid to eligible survivors.
Family Advocacy Program Resources
The official Department of Defense web site for quality of life information designed to help troops and their families, leaders and service providers.
Family Servicemembers Group Life Insurance (Family SGLI or FSGLI)
Family SGLI provides life insurance coverage to the spouses and dependent children of members insured under the Servicemembers Group Life Insurance (SGLI) program.
Form and Instructions for Statement of Dependency of Parent(s) (FORM 21-509)
Form and Instructions for Statement of Dependency of Parent(s) (Form 21-509)
Help Finding Childcare for Military Personnel
Are you a deployed soldier or an activated Guard or Reserve Soldier? Is child care a concern for you? Do you need help locating child care? Would you like to receive assistance paying for child care? Check out this program available through NACCRRA.
How to Start Child Support or Alimony Payments
Information regarding child support and alimony for military personnel.
Instructions and Application for Burial Benefits
Instructions and application for burial and plot-interment allowances.
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
IAVA addresses critical issues facing new veterans and their families, including mental health injuries, a stretched VA system, inadequate health care for female veterans, and GI Bill educational benefits. IAVA also provides valuable resources and empowers veterans to connect with one another, fostering a strong and lasting community.
Military Child Education Information
The Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit, world-wide organization. A model of positive leadership and advocacy, the MCEC?s work is focused on ensuring quality educational opportunities for all military-connected children affected by mobility, family separation, and transition. The MCEC performs research, develops resources, conducts professional institutes and conferences, and publishes resources for all constituencies.
Military Protective Orders
This page includes information about Military Protective Orders and their protection on military bases
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
Homeless Veteran in need of help? Call 1-877-4AID VET (1-877-424-3838) and check this website for more information!
National Resource Directory
The National Resource Directory provides access to services and resources at the national, state and local levels that support recovery, rehabilitation and community reintegration.
Obtaining Medical Support From Military Personnel
This link provides and explanation of the process for obtaining medical support from military parents.
Official Department of the Army Electronic Forms
Download official Army e-forms by category, range, etc. here.
Oklahoma Veterans Service Representatives' Itineraries
A listing of contact information such as phone number, county location, hours available and address for Veteran Service Representatives across the state of Oklahoma.
Presidential Memorial Certificates
A Presidential Memorial Certificate (PMC) is an engraved paper certificate, signed by the current President, to honor the memory of honorably discharged deceased veterans.
Presidential Memorical Certificate Request Form
Presidential Memorical Certificate Request Form
Resources for Returning Veterans and Their Families
Resources for Returning Veterans and Their Families.
Returning from the War Zone: A Guide for Service Members
Returning from the War Zone: A Guide for Service Members.
Scholarships for Military Children
The Scholarships for Military Children program is open to sons and daughters of active duty, reserve/guard, or retired military commissary customers. Recipient must be enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in a four-year undergraduate college or university, accredited in the U.S.
SCRA (Servicemembers Civil Relief Act) FAQ's
Frequently asked questions on rights and benefits available under the Servicemember's Civil Relief Act (SCRA). This information is for personnel in the Active Duty and Reserves or National Guard who are activated to serve on active duty.
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act
The act covers members of the armed services, active duty reserves and National Guard, active duty and in some other circumstances. The SCRA helps with health insurance, voting rights, and civil lawsuit
Survivor Benefits
Web site dedicated to the surviving spouses and dependents of military personnel who died while in active military service and to the survivors of veterans who died after active service. Provides a broad overview of benefits available.
Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA)
Dependents' Educational Assistance provides education and training opportunities to eligible dependents of certain veterans. The program offers up to 45 months of education benefits.
The National Suicide Prevention Hotline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis. If you need help, please dial 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
The Spina Bifida Health Care Program
The Spina Bifida Health Care Program is a federal health benefit program administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs for Vietnam veterans' birth children who have been diagnosed with spina bifida.
The Uniformed Services Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP)
Retired pay stops when you die. The Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) helps make up for the loss of part of this income. It pays your eligible survivors an inflation-adjusted monthly income.
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)
Welcome to the home of America's front line resource for all who are grieving the death of a loved one serving our great country.
Transition Assistance Guide for Demobilizing Members of the Guard and Reserves
This guide is intended to assist members of the National Guard and Reserves with their transition back to civilian life.
Transition Service Offices
Need guidance making the transition to civilian life? Contact a Transition Service Officer.
Understanding Military Legal Matters
As a U.S. military servicemember or veteran, you have many legal rights, entitlements, restrictions, and benefits. These include financial and legal protection for when you are mobilized or deployed, and assistance with personal legal matters.
Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act Q&A
Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act Q&A
VA to Provide Payments to Eligible Surviving Spouses
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced immediate actions to quickly identify and pay surviving spouses who are eligible to receive the deceased veteran's VA compensation or pension benefit for the month of the veteran's death.
Veterans Dependent Parent Benefit
A veteran whose parent(s) are dependent upon him/her for financial support may be paid additional benefits.
Veterans with Service-Connected Disabilities in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
This guide answers questions that veterans with service-connected disabilities may have about the protections they are entitled to when they seek to return to their former jobs or look to find their first, or new, civilian jobs.
What is Military Funeral Honors?
Information describing military funeral honors, who is eligible, and what services are provided.
Blind Rehabilitation Service
The mission of Blind Rehabilitation Service is to coordinate a healthcare service delivery system that provides a continuum of care for blinded veterans extending from their home environment to the local VA facility and to the appropriate rehabilitation setting.
Burials and Memorials Home
This page discusses burial and memorial services for veterans, burial allowances provided by the VA, and funeral honors.
Dependency Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
Information (fact sheet) regarding Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). DIC is a monthly benefit paid to eligible survivors.
Family Servicemembers Group Life Insurance (Family SGLI or FSGLI)
Family SGLI provides life insurance coverage to the spouses and dependent children of members insured under the Servicemembers Group Life Insurance (SGLI) program.
Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA)
Dependents' Educational Assistance provides education and training opportunities to eligible dependents of certain veterans. The program offers up to 45 months of education benefits.
The National Suicide Prevention Hotline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis. If you need help, please dial 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
Transition Service Offices
Need guidance making the transition to civilian life? Contact a Transition Service Officer.
Form and Instructions for Statement of Dependency of Parent(s) (FORM 21-509)
Form and Instructions for Statement of Dependency of Parent(s) (Form 21-509)
Official Department of the Army Electronic Forms
Download official Army e-forms by category, range, etc. here.
Official Department of the Army Electronic Forms
Download official Army e-forms by category, range, etc. here.
Army Regulation 608-99 (Family Support, Child Custody, Visitation, Paternity, Court Orders)
Army Regulation 608-99, Family Support, Child Support, and Paternity, sets Army policy, responsibilities, and procedures on financial support of family members, child custody and visitation, paternity, and compliance with court orders regarding these and related matters.
SCRA (Servicemembers Civil Relief Act) FAQ's
Frequently asked questions on rights and benefits available under the Servicemember's Civil Relief Act (SCRA). This information is for personnel in the Active Duty and Reserves or National Guard who are activated to serve on active duty.
Army Regulation 608-99 (Family Support, Child Custody, Visitation, Paternity, Court Orders)
Army Regulation 608-99, Family Support, Child Support, and Paternity, sets Army policy, responsibilities, and procedures on financial support of family members, child custody and visitation, paternity, and compliance with court orders regarding these and related matters.
Guidelines for Army Regulation 608-99
Army Regulation 608-99 explains the Army's policy, guidance and procedures concerning nonsupport of family members, paternity claims, and paternity related adoption proceedings. This is a summary of AR 608-99.
Form and Instructions for Statement of Dependency of Parent(s) (FORM 21-509)
Form and Instructions for Statement of Dependency of Parent(s) (Form 21-509)
Official Department of the Army Electronic Forms
Download official Army e-forms by category, range, etc. here.
Oklahoma Find A Lawyer
As a community service, the OBA does provide a directory of its attorney members who have given their permission to have their names published in the Oklahoma Find A Lawyer directory at Oklahoma Find A Lawyer. There you can search by both geographic area or by a lawyer's practice area.
