involves the temporary substitution of military authority for civilian rule and is usually invoked in time of war, rebellion, or natural disaster.
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The Replacement of Civilian Government by Military Rule and The Suspension of Civilian Legal Processes For Military Powers
Common law doctrine of necessity and martial law
One legal theory most frequently associated with martial law is the common law doctrine of necessity.
While many countries, the United States for example, do not have the explicit constitutional right to declare martial law, scholars often interpret the law of the United States to allow for the implementation of martial law in times of necessity.
Countries such as Pakistan have famously implemented this rationale as well.
How to Use?
Martial law can be used by governments to enforce their rule over the public, as seen in multiple countries listed below.
Martial law has also been imposed during conflicts, and in cases of occupations, where the absence of any other civil government provides for an unstable population.
Typically, the imposition of martial law accompanies curfews; the suspension of civil law, civil rights, and habeas corpus; and the application or extension of military law or military justice to civilians. Civilians defying martial law may be subjected to military tribunal (court-martial).
Other News Articles
What to know about South Korea’s short-lived and chaotic period of martial law
- AP News, Foster Klug
South Korean president faces impeachment calls after martial law attempt
- Washington Post, Niha Masih
South Korean president declares martial law in move against opposition party
- Fox News, Chris Pandolfo
South Korea's president says he will lift his martial law declaration
- NPR, Vincent Ni and Se Eun Gong
Timeline from martial law declaration to termination
