Uniform Code of Military Justice
/ˈjuːnɪfɔːrm koʊd ʌv ˈmɪlɪˌtɛri ˈdʒʌstɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A federal law establishing the legal foundation and procedures for military law and justice for all U.S. armed forces.
The accused was tried under the Uniform Code of Military Justice for violations of military discipline.
Forms
- uniform code of military justice
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Commentary
The UCMJ is distinct from civilian criminal codes and uniquely governs the armed forces; drafting references should explicitly identify it as a federal statute codified at 10 U.S.C. §§ 801–946.
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