What are the three types of Article 15s?

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Nonjudicial punishment under Article 15 comes in three forms, based on the level of authority and formality of the action. The simplest, called summarized nonjudicial punishment, is used for minor offenses and is handled by the immediate unit commander at the lowest level. It resolves the issue quickly and with a lighter, less formal process. The next level is company-grade nonjudicial punishment, conducted by a company-grade officer (lieutenant or captain) at the unit level. This is more formal, involves a written record, and carries the potential for somewhat greater penalties. The most formal option is field-grade nonjudicial punishment, handled by a field-grade commander (lieutenant colonel or colonel) at or above the battalion level, typically for more serious offenses and with the most formal proceedings and documentation. The other terms listed don’t reflect the official categories of Article 15 punishment.