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U.S. v. Burton, 52 M.J. 223

Decided Jan 21, 2000 · No. 99-0242/MC · 2000 Term · Opinion (PDF)

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Trial Stages: Appeals: Standards of Review, Burdens, etc.

  1. when the impartiality of a military judge is challenged on appeal, the standard of review is abuse of discretion
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