Military Commissions Act
/ˈmɪlɪtɛri kəˈmɪʃənz ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A U.S. federal statute enacted in 2006 governing the trial of unlawful enemy combatants by military commissions.
The Military Commissions Act establishes procedures for prosecuting terrorism suspects.
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- military commissions act
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Commentary
This statute is significant for delineating military commission jurisdiction and evidentiary standards, often balancing national security with individual rights.
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