Court-Martial Procedure
/ˈkɔrtˌmɑrʃəl prəˈsiːdʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) The established rules and processes governing the trial of members of the armed forces by a military court.
The accused was tried under the court-martial procedure for violating military regulations.
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- court-martial procedure
- court-martial procedures
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Commentary
Court-martial procedure is a specialized process distinct from civilian criminal procedure, requiring adherence to military codes like the UCMJ.
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