When a person is held for trial by general court-martial the commanding officer shall, within eight days after the accused is ordered into arrest or confinement, if practicable, forward the charges, together with the investigation and allied papers, to the Governor. If that is not practicable, he shall report in writing to the Governor the reasons for delay.

Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 27-174

  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
  • Commanding officer: includes only commissioned officers. See Connecticut General Statutes 27-141
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.