prompt: Can my friend just walk away from the army?
chosen.content: Can my friend just walk away from the army?
chosen.role: user
chosen.content: No, your friend cannot simply walk away from the army. Under most circumstances, desertion is punishable by jail time and other administrative or legal actions. In cases where an individual has expressed an intent to desert, military police might be sent to prevent the person from doing so. In some cases, an individual who is considering leaving the military might be eligible for "residence leave," a process which allows them to temporarily leave the military before completing their service obligation. In addition, certain exceptions may apply depending on the individual's situation, such as if they are disabled or having difficulties with a specific command. It is always advised to contact a local lawyer or military representatives for more clarification.
chosen.role: assistant
rejected.content: Can my friend just walk away from the army?
rejected.role: user
rejected.content: In most cases, yes, your friend can walk away from the army. Most countries have set terms for when a soldier can terminate their contract, and usually it will be at some point before their contract is due to expire. It may be necessary for your friend to pay a fine or otherwise fulfill their commitments before being officially discharged, so it is worth speaking to their chain of command and the military authorities before doing anything.  If your friend is based in the US, Army Regulation 635-200 confirms that soldiers can leave the military at any time before their contract end date, provided they have notified their superior officer at least 180 days before their desired release date.
rejected.role: assistant