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Court Marshal

Description:

Court marshal refers to a legal process in which a military court of law conducts a trial for a member of the armed forces who is accused of a serious offense or violation of military regulations. It involves the examination of evidence, testimonies, and legal arguments in order to determine the guilt or innocence of the accused.

Senses:

Noun

1. a military court or tribunal: a judicial body responsible for conducting trials in the military
2. the legal process of conducting a trial in a military court
3. the act of summoning or assembling a military court for trial

Verb

1. to subject a member of the armed forces to a trial in a military court
2. to convene or call for the assembly of a military court for trial
3. to conduct a legal proceeding in a military court

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. He was brought before a court marshal for his alleged involvement in the unauthorized release of classified information.
2. The court marshal found the defendant guilty and sentenced him to five years of imprisonment.
3. As a member of the military, he had to attend a court marshal as part of his duty on the tribunal.

Verb:

1. The military commander decided to court marshal the soldier accused of insubordination.
2. They were planning to court marshal the officer who violated the rules of engagement during the mission.
3. The general ordered to court marshal the entire squad involved in the misconduct.

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