In France, military tribunals no longer exist in peacetime. Civilians and soldiers are judged by the civilian tribunals. Why: the soldier is considered to be first and foremost a citizen. He is therefore subject to the jurisdiction of common law tribunals whether accused under the Code of Service Discipline (for military offences such as desertion) or common law offences.
Thursday, April 18, 2019
One law for all
In France, military tribunals no longer exist in peacetime. Civilians and soldiers are judged by the civilian tribunals. Why: the soldier is considered to be first and foremost a citizen. He is therefore subject to the jurisdiction of common law tribunals whether accused under the Code of Service Discipline (for military offences such as desertion) or common law offences.
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