Court-martial procedures are legal processes used to try military personnel accused of violating military law. These proceedings can be classified into three types: summary, special, and general court-martial, each varying in severity and complexity. The accused has the right to legal representation and can present evidence and witnesses in their defense. During a court-martial, a panel of military officers or a judge hears the case, evaluates the evidence, and determines guilt or innocence. If found guilty, the panel imposes a sentence, which can include confinement, reduction in rank, or discharge from service. The process is governed by the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).