48-2604. Forwarding of charges. When a person is held for trial by general court-martial the commanding officer shall, within eight (8) days after the accused is ordered into arrest or confinement, if practicable, forward the charges, together with the investigation and allied papers, to the officer exercising general court-martial jurisdiction. If that is not practicable, the commanding officer shall report in writing to such officer the reasons for delay.
History: L. 1972, ch. 203, ยง 48-2604; July 1.
Structure Kansas Statutes
Chapter 48 - Militia, Defense And Public Safety
Article 26 - Code Of Military Justice; Pretrial Procedure
48-2601 Charges and specifications.
48-2602 Compulsory self-incrimination prohibited.
48-2603 Investigation; rights of accused.
48-2604 Forwarding of charges.
48-2605 (KCMJ Art. 34) Advice of staff judge advocate and reference for trial.