NRM Legislators Explain Decision to Return Civilians to Military Court.

A few days after legislators from the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) voted to return civilians to military courts, they have come forward to explain the reasoning behind their decision.

According to the lawmakers, the move was driven by concerns over national security and the need to strengthen law enforcement mechanisms. They argued that certain offenses, especially those involving military equipment, firearms, or threats to state security, require the strict disciplinary measures of military courts.

One legislator, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated that the decision was not meant to undermine civilian judicial systems but to ensure that cases linked to military operations are handled more effectively. “We believe that crimes involving the armed forces should be tried in military courts because they have the expertise to handle such matters,” the legislator explained.

Another MP emphasized that this approach is intended to deter criminal activities that threaten national stability. “If civilians engage in acts that involve military property or endanger national security, they must be held accountable under the military justice system,” he said.

However, the decision has sparked mixed reactions, with some human rights activists and opposition leaders arguing that trying civilians in military courts violates their constitutional rights. They insist that all civilians should be tried in ordinary courts to ensure fairness and due process.

Despite the criticism, NRM legislators maintain that their decision aligns with national security interests and is necessary for maintaining order in the country. Whether this move will stand legal and public scrutiny remains to be seen.

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