Military Tribunal
/ˈmɪlɪˌtɛri traɪˈbjuːnəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A court convened by the military to try members of the armed forces or enemy combatants for breaches of military law.
The military tribunal adjudicated cases involving alleged war crimes committed by soldiers.
- (n.) A special court established to try offenses committed during wartime or by enemy combatants, often operating under different procedures than civilian courts.
The accused was tried before a military tribunal rather than a civilian court.
Forms
- military tribunals
Related terms
Commentary
Military tribunals often differ procedurally from civilian courts and can be used in wartime contexts or for military personnel, reflecting distinct jurisdictional and evidentiary standards.
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