What law or regulation is a military offficer violating when he attempts to give orders to a civilian spouse?

A commander recently ordered everyone to show up for "family day", even the single guys, and being in the military we all had to go. But the order he gave (in writing) also "required" the spouses to attend.

Isn't this some legal violation or something? If so, what law?What law or regulation is a military offficer violating when he attempts to give orders to a civilian spouse?
I see no violation of law, or ethics by simply issuing the order. I do see a breach of good judgment, though.



He could never enforce this, since there is no basis upon which he could do so. If, however, the officer took some remedial action against the servicemember based on a spouse/family member not attending, I think the servicemember would have good case against the officer for violation of a code of ethics. So the ball is in your court, as they say.What law or regulation is a military offficer violating when he attempts to give orders to a civilian spouse?
I order you to blow your nose. By issuing that order, I have done nothing wrong. Now, if I were to attempt to enforce that order, to charge a spouse with violating a lawful order, that would be different. Also, for those this live in government housing, the analysis might be different. Consider also the possibility that it is a joke.What law or regulation is a military offficer violating when he attempts to give orders to a civilian spouse?
A spouse can only be encouraged to come, not be required, since the CO has no authority over any civilian that is not on the military pay roll. He can make you attend this event - it probably is scheduled during regular work hours.



Go here to get the exact regulation:

http://www.ucmj.us/