Martial Law

Martial Law / noun :

First Page Mentioned (By Name) : ch. “Crossing the Border” – pg. 29

When the rule of law fails, and the public disregards order in favor of chaos, and no other solutions have worked, a larger governing body (or occupying force) will typically send the military in to enforce strict laws and restrictions. This act is called: 'Martial Law '. It is a very oppressive form of maintaining law and order, as soldiers are trained to use physical violence first, then ask questions later. Martial law has never before been declared on Geb, but it is known to have happened more than once in Gigan society. The fact the Gigans have been forced to use it on themselves is a main point of argument those of Geb use when opposing any actions that may bring the Gigans back.

Related Entries: Geb (The Island Of); Gigan

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