Harsh penalties for failing to register for the U.S. military draft as automatic registration is set to begin in 2026

as non-compliance is treated as a federal offense.

According to USA.gov, it’s “punishable by fines or a prison sentence. And you may not be eligible for federal jobs, citizenship, or state-funded student financial aid.”

Failure to register may result in felony charges, maximum penalties of five years in jail, and fines of $250,000.

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