Pennsylvania § 5502 - Who may convene special courts-martial.
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§ 5502. Who may convene special courts-martial.
(a) General rule.--Special courts-martial may be convened by any of the following:
(1) Any person who may convene a general court-martial.
(2) The commanding officer of a garrison, fort, post, camp, station, Pennsylvania National Guard base or station.
(3) The commanding officer of a brigade, regiment or corresponding unit of the Army.
(4) The commanding officer of a group or corresponding unit of the Air Force.
(5) The commanding officer or officer in charge of any other command when authorized by the Adjutant General.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5502 cover?
Section 5502 ("Who may convene special courts-martial.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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