Military courts are specialized judicial systems that handle legal matters involving members of the armed forces. These courts operate under military law, which is distinct from civilian law, and are designed to maintain discipline and order within the military. They address offenses such as desertion, insubordination, and conduct unbecoming of a service member. The procedures in military courts differ from those in civilian courts, often allowing for quicker trials and different rules of evidence. Military judges, often officers, preside over cases, and the outcomes can include penalties ranging from fines to imprisonment or discharge from service.