What is another word for special court-martial?
Pronunciation: [spˈɛʃə͡l kˈɔːtmˈɑːʃə͡l] (IPA) 
A special court-martial is a military legal proceeding that involves a panel of military officers who adjudicate charges against a member of the armed forces. Synonyms for special court-martial include summary court-martial, non-judicial punishment, and minor offense court. A summary court-martial is a type of military court proceeding where the accused is typically represented only by another servicemember, and the punishment is limited to a reduction in rank, forfeiture of pay, or confinement for a short period of time. Non-judicial punishment is a disciplinary action that is less formal than a court-martial and can be administered by a commanding officer without a trial. Minor offense court is a type of special court-martial that hears cases involving minor violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
