How is evidence presented in a court-martial?

In a court-martial, evidence can take many forms, such as physical items, documents, witness testimony, and expert opinion. For physical items, such as weapons, items of clothing, or documents, the judge usually requires these items to be presented in the courtroom, either through direct hands-on inspection or through photographs or other visuals. Witnesses must also be present for their testimony to be accepted, including both military personnel and civilians. Expert witnesses can also be used to provide their opinion on various issues or to establish the credibility of any other evidence presented in the court-martial. In order for evidence to be accepted, it must first be authenticated. This means that for physical evidence, it must be shown that the item was in fact found at the scene of the crime or otherwise connected to the accused. For witness testimony, the witness must establish their competency by providing appropriate identification and showing that they are free from bias. Finally, all evidence must be relevant to the case in order to be presented in court. This means that the evidence must have a direct connection to the charges the accused is facing, such as a crime they are alleged to have committed. Any evidence which is not relevant cannot be considered in the court-martial.

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