39-1-2 - Militia divided into two parts.
39-1-2. Militia divided into two parts.
(1) The militia of this state shall be divided into two parts: the National Guard and theunorganized militia.
(2) The National Guard shall consist of:
(a) a joint forces headquarters commanded by the adjutant general and authorized ageneral officer as deputy commander;
(b) a department for army commanded by a general officer; and
(c) a department for air commanded by a general officer.
(3) The numerical strength, composition, distribution, organization, arms, uniforms,equipment, training and discipline of the National Guard shall be prescribed by the governor inconformity with the laws and regulations of the United States and the laws of this state.
(4) The unorganized militia shall consist of all members of the militia not members ofthe National Guard.
Amended by Chapter 65, 2005 General Session