Assertion: summary execution | /r/HasProperty | illegal
Facets:
value: under military law
type: OTHER
value: in almost all circumstances
type: OTHER
value: in nearly all civilian jurisdictions
type: LOCATION
Source sentences:
text: In nearly all civilian jurisdictions, summary execution is illegal, as it violates the right of the accused to a fair trial.
text: However, there are certain exceptions to this rule in emergencies and warfare where summary execution is legal.
text: Under military law, summary execution is illegal in almost all circumstances, as a military tribunal would be the competent judge needed to determine guilt and declare a sentence of death.