Military Commission
/ˈmɪlɪtɛri kəˈmɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A military court convened to try offenses against military law or, in certain contexts, war crimes and other offenses involving enemy combatants.
The accused was tried before a military commission for violations of the laws of war.
- (n.) An entity or tribunal authorized by a government to conduct trials for offenses related to armed conflict or national security, often used in situations where civilian courts lack jurisdiction.
Military commissions have been used to prosecute terrorism suspects detained overseas.
Forms
- military commission
- military commissions
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Commentary
Military commissions differ from courts-martial primarily in the scope of jurisdiction and procedural rules; drafters should clarify applicability and ensure adherence to international law where relevant.
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