R.C.M. 102 — Purpose and construction | Manual for Courts-Martial

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R.C.M. 102. Purpose and construction

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(a) Purpose. These rules are intended to provide for the just determination of every proceeding relating to trial by court-martial.

(b) Construction. These rules shall be construed to secure simplicity in procedure, fairness in administration, and the elimination of unjustifiable expense and delay.

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