Code of Military Justice
/ˈkoʊd əv ˈmɪlɪtɛri ˈdʒʌstɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A comprehensive legal code governing military justice, including offenses, procedures, and penalties under military law, primarily embodied in the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) in the United States.
The accused was tried under the Code of Military Justice for insubordination.
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- code of military justice
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Commentary
Commonly refers specifically to the U.S. Uniform Code of Military Justice, which standardizes military legal processes; drafting should clearly specify jurisdiction.
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