General Court Martial: This is the most formal and is used for the most serious offenses, similar to a civilian felony court. It involves a military judge, a prosecutor, a defense counsel, and a panel of at least five service members. General court-martials can be lengthy, often lasting several weeks to several months. The duration is influenced by the number of charges, the volume of evidence, and the intricacies of the legal arguments presented.
General Court Martial: This is the most formal and is used for the most serious offenses, similar to a civilian felony court. It involves a military judge, a prosecutor, a defense counsel, and a panel of at least five service members. General court-martials can be lengthy, often lasting several weeks to several months. The duration is influenced by the number of charges, the volume of evidence, and the intricacies of the legal arguments presented.