Court Martial Proceedings Invalidated Due to Lack of Recorded Reasons for Appointing Junior Officer as Judge Advocate
The Supreme Court, on September 9, 2024, ruled that a court martial was invalid because reasons weren’t recorded for appointing a junior officer as the judge advocate. The bench, led by Justices P.K. Mishra and Prasanna B. Varale, emphasized the significance of maintaining transparency in such appointments. The failure to provide a rationale for appointing a less senior officer undermined the fairness of the proceedings, leading to their nullification. This judgment reinforces the necessity for clear, recorded decisions in military justice processes.
