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== § 2104. The Imperial Service Code of Justice ==
== § 2104. The Imperial Service Code of Justice ==
AUTHORITY: Imperial Constitution; Imperial Decrees #25-017, #25-018, and #25-019.


=== The Imperial Service Code of Justice (ISCJ): ===
EFFECTIVE: Upon promulgation by decree of the Emperor and Grand Sovereign


==== Chapter 2104.1: ====
=== Preamble ===
By the Light of the Creator and under the solemn authority vested in the Sun Throne of Ra, in the presence of the Most Grand Imperial Court of the Aksum Imperium, the following Code of Justice is enacted for the Imperial Service.


# The Imperial Service Code of Justice (ISCJ) serves as the foundational legal framework governing the conduct, discipline, and legal proceedings within the Imperial Service. The ISCJ is tailored to meet the unique needs and circumstances of the Aksum Imperium's Imperial Service, encompassing its diverse roles in defense, security, exploration, and governance.
Discipline and justice are the pillars of the Imperial Service. Without them, the unity of the Imperium would falter. This Code provides the law governing the conduct of all who serve the Crown, ensuring accountability, fairness, and the honor of the Order of the Imperium.


===== Articles on Jurisdiction and Applicability: =====
=== Part I — General Provisions ===


====== Article 1: Applicability of the ISCJ to all Service Members. ======
==== Article I — Purpose and Authority ====


* Section 1.01 - Scope of Applicability
===== Section 1. Purpose =====
** (a) The Imperial Service Code of Justice (ISCJ) applies to all personnel serving within the Imperial Service of the Aksum Imperium, including but not limited to active duty members, reservists, and members of any auxiliary or militia forces formally recognized by the Imperium.
The Imperial Service Code of Justice (ISCJ) exists to preserve discipline, order, loyalty, and justice within the Imperial Service (IS). It sets forth offenses, procedures, punishments, and appellate mechanisms for all IS personnel.
** (b) The ISCJ also extends to civilian employees and contractors engaged in activities under the purview of the Imperial Service when stipulated by contract or governing laws.
* Section 1.02 - Inclusion of All Branches and Units
** (a) This Code encompasses personnel across all branches and units of the Imperial Service, irrespective of their specific roles, functions, or deployment status.
** (b) Members of the Imperial Service operating within joint interstellar or interdimensional endeavors remain subject to the ISCJ, alongside any supplementary regulations as necessitated by the nature of their operations.


* Section 1.03 - Enforcement Jurisdiction
===== Section 2. Authority =====
** (a) The provisions of the ISCJ are enforceable by all relevant judicial and command authorities within the Imperial Service, including military tribunals and designated disciplinary bodies.
(a) The ISCJ derives its authority from the Constitution of the Ninth Imperium, Imperial Decrees, and the supreme authority of the Emperor as Most Sovereign Grand Commander. (b) This Code is binding on all personnel subject to the Imperial Service, regardless of grade, rank, or position.
** (b) In cases where service members are alleged to have violated laws under civilian jurisdiction, the ISCJ shall operate in conjunction with, and may supersede, the prevailing legal system, unless otherwise specified by Imperial Decree or mutual legal agreements.


* Section 1.04 - Extraterritorial Application
==== Article II — Applicability ====
** (a) The ISCJ applies to Imperial Service members stationed or operating in any location outside the territorial confines of the Aksum Imperium, including other planets, realms, or dimensions.
** (b) In extraterritorial situations, members of the Imperial Service are expected to uphold the standards and regulations of the ISCJ, while respecting local laws and customs, to the extent that they do not conflict with the duties and responsibilities under the ISCJ.


* Section 1.05 - Amendments and Revisions
===== Section 1. Service Members =====
** (a) Amendments and revisions to the ISCJ may be enacted as per the established procedures within the Imperial legal framework, ensuring that the Code evolves in response to changing operational needs and legal precedents.
The ISCJ applies to all members of the Imperial Service, including:
** (b) All service members are expected to remain informed of any changes to the ISCJ, with commanding officers responsible for disseminating updates and ensuring compliance among their units.


====== Article 2: Jurisdiction of Military Courts and Tribunals. ======
* Active-duty personnel.
* Reserve or auxiliary personnel.
* Members of any militia or paramilitary force formally recognized by the Imperium.


* Section 2.01 - General Jurisdiction
===== Section 2. Civilians and Contractors =====
** (a) Military courts and tribunals operating under the ISCJ have jurisdiction over all offenses defined within the Code, applicable to personnel subject to this Code as detailed in Article 1.
(a) Civilian employees and contractors are subject to the ISCJ only when expressly stipulated by contract, decree, or governing law.  
** (b) This jurisdiction extends to all acts or omissions committed by service members, whether occurring within or outside the territorial boundaries of the Aksum Imperium.
* Section 2.02 - Types of Courts and Tribunals
** (a) Military courts and tribunals are constituted in various forms, including summary courts-martial, special courts-martial, and general courts-martial, each with differing levels of authority and scope.
** (b) The type of court-martial convened depends on the gravity of the offense, the rank of the accused, and operational circumstances.
* Section 2.03 - Authority to Convene Courts-Martial
** (a) The authority to convene courts-martial rests with designated commanding officers or other high-ranking officials as per the ISCJ and accompanying directives.
** (b) Commanding officers bear responsibility for ensuring fair and impartial proceedings, abiding by the procedures and protections stipulated in the ISCJ.
* Section 2.04 - Special Jurisdiction Provisions
** (a) Military courts and tribunals have special jurisdiction in matters related to military discipline, security breaches, combat operations, and other unique circumstances inherent to military service.
** (b) Cases involving civilian law may fall under the jurisdiction of military tribunals if they involve national security, service members' conduct, or as determined by mutual agreements or Imperial Decree.
* Section 2.05 - Appeals and Higher tribunals
** (a) Decisions of military tribunals can be appealed to higher military appellate tribunals, as outlined in the ISCJ.
** (b) The structure and jurisdiction of appellate tribunals are defined to ensure thorough review processes and uphold the principles of justice and fairness.
* Section 2.06 - Extraterritorial and Joint Jurisdiction
** (a) In operations involving other planets, realms, or dimensions, military courts may exercise jurisdiction in collaboration with local or joint command authorities, respecting bilateral agreements and interdimensional legal protocols.
** (b) Joint jurisdiction cases are handled in a manner that respects both the ISCJ and the legal systems of involved entities, maintaining the integrity of military discipline while acknowledging shared legal responsibilities.


===== Articles on Criminal Offenses and Penalties: =====
(b) Such jurisdiction shall be limited to conduct directly affecting the security, discipline, or operations of the Imperial Service.


====== Article 3: Definition of Criminal Offenses specific to the Imperial Service (e.g., Insubordination, Desertion). ======
==== Article III — Enforcement Jurisdiction ====


====== Article 4: Prescribed Penalties and Disciplinary Actions for Offenses. ======
===== Section 1. General Enforcement =====
(a) The provisions of the ISCJ are enforceable by all relevant judicial and command authorities within the Imperial Service. (b) Enforcement includes investigation, apprehension, trial, and punishment of offenses under this Code.


===== Articles on Court-Martial Procedures: =====
===== Section 2. Concurrent and Superseding Jurisdiction =====
(a) In cases where service members are alleged to have violated laws under civilian or planetary jurisdiction, the ISCJ shall operate in conjunction with, and may supersede, the prevailing system when determined by Imperial Decree or agreement.


====== Article 5: Convening of Courts-Martial (Composition and Appointment). ======
(b) The supremacy of Imperial law shall always be upheld unless expressly waived by the Emperor, the Grand Imperial Magnus, or the Imperial Council of Magistrates.


====== Article 6: Trial Proceedings and Rights of the Accused. ======
==== Article IV — Extraterritorial Application ====


===== Articles on Non-Judicial Punishments (NJP): =====
===== Section 1. Scope =====
(a) The ISCJ applies to all Imperial Service personnel, regardless of location, including other planets, realms, or dimensions.


====== Article 7: Authority and Procedures for Non-Judicial Punishments. ======
(b) Members of the IS are required to uphold the Code at all times, whether in Imperial territory or abroad.


====== Article 8: Rights of Service Members in NJP Proceedings. ======
===== Section 2. Relations with Local Law =====
(a) Service members shall respect local laws and customs unless they conflict with the ISCJ or Imperial obligations.


===== Articles on Appeals and Reviews: =====
(b) In cases of conflict, Imperial law and the ISCJ shall prevail.


====== Article 9: Procedures for Appealing Court-Martial Decisions. ======
==== Article V — Amendments and Revisions ====


====== Article 10: Review and Oversight Mechanisms within the ISCJ. ======
===== Section 1. Process =====
(a) Amendments and revisions to the ISCJ may be enacted by Imperial Decree upon recommendation of the Grand King, Grand Regent General, or Grand Justiciar.


===== Articles on Administrative Discharges and Separations: =====
(b) All changes shall be immediately binding upon promulgation.


====== Article 11: Policies for Administrative Discharges. ======
===== Section 2. Duty of Awareness =====
Commanding officers are responsible for disseminating updates and ensuring compliance. Ignorance of changes to the ISCJ shall not be a defense.


====== Article 12: Procedures for Separations from Service. ======
==== Article VI — Duty of Obedience ====
All IS members shall obey lawful orders, policies, regulations, directives, edicts, and decrees issued from superiors. Failure to do so constitutes a punishable offense under this Code.


===== Articles on Conduct and Discipline: =====
==== Article VII — Oaths ====


====== Article 13: Standards of Conduct for Service Members. ======
===== Section 1. Oath of Office =====
(a) All members of the Imperial Service shall swear an oath upon induction and again upon promotion to IS-17 or higher.


====== Article 14: Enforcement of Discipline and Handling of Misconduct. ======
(b) The Oath of Office is as follows: "I, [Name], do solemnly swear by the Light of the Creator and under the sacred authority of the Sun Throne of Ra, to uphold and defend the Constitution of the Aksum Imperium, to enforce the decrees of the Emperor with honor and unwavering loyalty, to safeguard the stability, security, and prosperity of the Imperium, to serve the citizens and realms of the Imperium with justice, compassion, and diligence, to act with integrity in all duties, protecting the weak and upholding the law, and to dedicate my life to the defense and progress of the Aksum Imperium. BY STRENGTH AND COURAGE!!!"


=== Legal Framework and Jurisdiction: ===
===== Section 2. Oath of Allegiance =====
(a) Knights of the Order of the Imperium shall swear allegiance upon elevation to Knighthood.


==== Chapter 2104.2: Scope and Judicial Procedures - Defines the legal framework, scope, and procedures under the Imperial Service Code of Justice. ====
(b) The Oath of Allegiance is as follows: "I, [Name], kneel before the Sun Throne of Ra and the sacred authority of the Emperor, to swear my unyielding allegiance to the Aksum Imperium and its eternal light. I pledge my life, my strength, and my honor to the defense and service of the Imperium, to uphold the virtues of loyalty, courage, and justice in all my actions, to protect the innocent, defend the weak, and enforce the laws of the Imperium with unwavering resolve. As a Knight of the Order of the Imperium, I vow to serve with humility and strength, to stand as a shield for the Emperor and a sword against the enemies of peace, and to embrace the mantle of leadership and duty entrusted to me by the Order of the Imperium. BY STRENGTH AND COURAGE!!!"


=== Rights and Protections: ===
==== Article VIII — Relation to Imperial Law ====
 
This Code is subordinate to the Constitution of the Ninth Imperium and Imperial Decrees. In case of conflict, higher authority governs.
==== Chapter 2104.3: Service Members’ Rights and Appeals - Details the rights of service members and procedures for appeals within the Service. ====


== § 2105. Reserve Forces, Militia, and Leave Policies ==
== § 2105. Reserve Forces, Militia, and Leave Policies ==

Revision as of 21:34, 3 October 2025

Introduction to The Imperial Service

Title 21 of the Imperial Code details the structure, functions, and regulations of the Imperial Service, aligning with the constitutional prerogative of the Emperor’s command. Covering its diverse roles from defense to diplomacy and administration, this title encapsulates the multifaceted nature of the Service and its critical role in supporting the Crown and the Imperial Court.

§ 2101. Structure and Functions of the Imperial Service

Senior Services Overview:

  1. Chapter 2101.1: Imperial Defense and Security Service - Outlines the structure and functions of the Imperial Guard, Security Service, Health Service, and Military Service.
  2. Chapter 2101.2: Imperial Governance and Diplomacy Service - Details the roles of the Viceroyalty, Diplomatic Service, Administrative Service, Inquisitor/Advocate Service, Education Service, Planning, and Engineering Service.

Headquarters and Chambers:

  1. Chapter 2101.3: Imperial Service Headquarters - Describes the organization and responsibilities of the Headquarters in overseeing the Service’s operations.
  2. Chapter 2101.4: Imperial Chambers - Describes the organization and responsibilities of the Imperial Chambers in supporting the Imperial Crown and Imperial Court

§ 2102. Rank, Command, and Personnel Policies

Rank and Command Structure:

  1. Chapter 2102.1: Hierarchy and Command Protocols - Details the rank hierarchy and command protocols within the Imperial Service.
  2. Chapter 2102.2: Personnel Management and Policies - Covers policies for recruitment, selection, and career development within the Service.

§ 2103. Training, Ethics, and Standards

Training Framework:

  1. Chapter 2103.1: Training Programs and Specialization - Outlines the training framework and specialized training programs for the Imperial Service.

Ethical Standards and Conduct:

  1. Chapter 2103.2: Code of Ethics and Compliance - Establishes the ethical standards and compliance mechanisms for service members.

§ 2104. The Imperial Service Code of Justice

AUTHORITY: Imperial Constitution; Imperial Decrees #25-017, #25-018, and #25-019.

EFFECTIVE: Upon promulgation by decree of the Emperor and Grand Sovereign

Preamble

By the Light of the Creator and under the solemn authority vested in the Sun Throne of Ra, in the presence of the Most Grand Imperial Court of the Aksum Imperium, the following Code of Justice is enacted for the Imperial Service.

Discipline and justice are the pillars of the Imperial Service. Without them, the unity of the Imperium would falter. This Code provides the law governing the conduct of all who serve the Crown, ensuring accountability, fairness, and the honor of the Order of the Imperium.

Part I — General Provisions

Article I — Purpose and Authority

Section 1. Purpose

The Imperial Service Code of Justice (ISCJ) exists to preserve discipline, order, loyalty, and justice within the Imperial Service (IS). It sets forth offenses, procedures, punishments, and appellate mechanisms for all IS personnel.

Section 2. Authority

(a) The ISCJ derives its authority from the Constitution of the Ninth Imperium, Imperial Decrees, and the supreme authority of the Emperor as Most Sovereign Grand Commander. (b) This Code is binding on all personnel subject to the Imperial Service, regardless of grade, rank, or position.

Article II — Applicability

Section 1. Service Members

The ISCJ applies to all members of the Imperial Service, including:

  • Active-duty personnel.
  • Reserve or auxiliary personnel.
  • Members of any militia or paramilitary force formally recognized by the Imperium.
Section 2. Civilians and Contractors

(a) Civilian employees and contractors are subject to the ISCJ only when expressly stipulated by contract, decree, or governing law.

(b) Such jurisdiction shall be limited to conduct directly affecting the security, discipline, or operations of the Imperial Service.

Article III — Enforcement Jurisdiction

Section 1. General Enforcement

(a) The provisions of the ISCJ are enforceable by all relevant judicial and command authorities within the Imperial Service. (b) Enforcement includes investigation, apprehension, trial, and punishment of offenses under this Code.

Section 2. Concurrent and Superseding Jurisdiction

(a) In cases where service members are alleged to have violated laws under civilian or planetary jurisdiction, the ISCJ shall operate in conjunction with, and may supersede, the prevailing system when determined by Imperial Decree or agreement.

(b) The supremacy of Imperial law shall always be upheld unless expressly waived by the Emperor, the Grand Imperial Magnus, or the Imperial Council of Magistrates.

Article IV — Extraterritorial Application

Section 1. Scope

(a) The ISCJ applies to all Imperial Service personnel, regardless of location, including other planets, realms, or dimensions.

(b) Members of the IS are required to uphold the Code at all times, whether in Imperial territory or abroad.

Section 2. Relations with Local Law

(a) Service members shall respect local laws and customs unless they conflict with the ISCJ or Imperial obligations.

(b) In cases of conflict, Imperial law and the ISCJ shall prevail.

Article V — Amendments and Revisions

Section 1. Process

(a) Amendments and revisions to the ISCJ may be enacted by Imperial Decree upon recommendation of the Grand King, Grand Regent General, or Grand Justiciar.

(b) All changes shall be immediately binding upon promulgation.

Section 2. Duty of Awareness

Commanding officers are responsible for disseminating updates and ensuring compliance. Ignorance of changes to the ISCJ shall not be a defense.

Article VI — Duty of Obedience

All IS members shall obey lawful orders, policies, regulations, directives, edicts, and decrees issued from superiors. Failure to do so constitutes a punishable offense under this Code.

Article VII — Oaths

Section 1. Oath of Office

(a) All members of the Imperial Service shall swear an oath upon induction and again upon promotion to IS-17 or higher.

(b) The Oath of Office is as follows: "I, [Name], do solemnly swear by the Light of the Creator and under the sacred authority of the Sun Throne of Ra, to uphold and defend the Constitution of the Aksum Imperium, to enforce the decrees of the Emperor with honor and unwavering loyalty, to safeguard the stability, security, and prosperity of the Imperium, to serve the citizens and realms of the Imperium with justice, compassion, and diligence, to act with integrity in all duties, protecting the weak and upholding the law, and to dedicate my life to the defense and progress of the Aksum Imperium. BY STRENGTH AND COURAGE!!!"

Section 2. Oath of Allegiance

(a) Knights of the Order of the Imperium shall swear allegiance upon elevation to Knighthood.

(b) The Oath of Allegiance is as follows: "I, [Name], kneel before the Sun Throne of Ra and the sacred authority of the Emperor, to swear my unyielding allegiance to the Aksum Imperium and its eternal light. I pledge my life, my strength, and my honor to the defense and service of the Imperium, to uphold the virtues of loyalty, courage, and justice in all my actions, to protect the innocent, defend the weak, and enforce the laws of the Imperium with unwavering resolve. As a Knight of the Order of the Imperium, I vow to serve with humility and strength, to stand as a shield for the Emperor and a sword against the enemies of peace, and to embrace the mantle of leadership and duty entrusted to me by the Order of the Imperium. BY STRENGTH AND COURAGE!!!"

Article VIII — Relation to Imperial Law

This Code is subordinate to the Constitution of the Ninth Imperium and Imperial Decrees. In case of conflict, higher authority governs.

§ 2105. Reserve Forces, Militia, and Leave Policies

Reserve Forces and Militia:

  1. Chapter 2105.1: Organization and Deployment - Discusses the organization, role, and mobilization of reserve forces and militia.

Leave Policies:

  1. Chapter 2105.2: Leave Types and Application Procedures - Describes the leave entitlements and application procedures for service members.

Conclusion

Title 21 provides an exhaustive overview of the Imperial Service, highlighting its integral role in the Aksum Imperium. It encompasses the organizational structure, operational protocols, legal framework, and ethical standards, ensuring the Service operates effectively in its diverse roles and responsibilities.

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