### Question
How does the law define veteran?


### Answer
Under *38 U.S.C. § 101*, **veteran** is defined as:

> a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable

#### Citation:
  - *38 U.S.C. § 101*
  - Heading: **PART I-GENERAL PROVISIONS > CHAPTER 1-GENERAL**

