Military Justice
/ˈmɪlɪˌtɛri ˈdʒʌstɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) The system of laws, legal procedures, and courts governing members of the armed forces.
Military justice ensures discipline and order within the armed forces through specialized tribunals.
- (n.) The administration and enforcement of military law, including courts-martial and military tribunals.
The accused was tried under military justice for violating the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
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Commentary
Military justice operates separately from civilian legal systems and involves specialized procedures to address offenses within military contexts.
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