The case for court-martial jurisdiction over civilians under Article 2(a)(10) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. (Notes from the Field).
From: Army Lawyer
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Date: 10/1/2002
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Author: Schwarz, Lawrence J.
Introduction
Article 2(a)(10) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) provides for court-martial jurisdiction "[i]n time of war, [over] persons serving with or accompanying [a U.S.] armed force in the field." (80) For centuries, armies have exercised court-martial jurisdiction over civilians accompanying them in the field. (81) During the nineteenth century, Article 63 of The Articles of War claimed military jurisdiction over "[all] retainers to the camp, (82) and all ...
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