Law of the Twelve Colonies (TOS)
The law of the Twelve Colonies of Man is unique.
Law
Colonial society views various activities as criminal, including:
- premeditated human termination (murder)
- treason
Roles
There are several different roles in the Colonial justice system, namely:
- Opposer, which acts as the prosecution
- Protector, which acts as the defense for the accused.
The role of "Chief Opposer" is apparently obtained by any respected, seasoned Opposer, such as Sire Solon.
Both Opposers and Protectors have the unique ability to investigate crimes without the need of a separate investigator. Their activities include the collection of evidence for their case and the ability to question witnesses and related parties.
Chief Opposers can also receive and enter in the plea of the accused, regardless of whether or not they are guilty. It is unknown if this ability is shared with lower-level Opposers.
Tribunal system
Colonial judicial proceedings are called tribunals. They are held 10 centars after a plea from the accused is formally entered.
When faced with charges of premeditated termination, the suspect or accused party is held in detention until the tribunal (Murder on the Rising Star).