Space Law

Space Law is those collection of rules enacting by Nanotrasen which have oversight through CentCom and is supported by Sec Officers on the station. For more on your rights and the debate of clowns as human, read or request the Space Law book from your local library!

Interpretation of the Law
A good working knowledge of Space Law is important for any person on the station. It can be the difference between a shiny pair of handcuffs and sipping Gargle Blasters in the bar. More in depth interpretations of space law are required for such positions as the Lawyer, Warden, HoP, and the HoS. While it is unlikely that the officers will listen particularly closely to your protestations, it may be enough to lighten your sentence and avoid ill treatment by security.

For certain crimes, the accused's intent is important. The difference between Assault and attempted murder can be very hard to ascertain, and, when in doubt, you should default to the less serious crime. It is important to note though, that assault and attempted murder are mutually exclusive. You cannot be charged with assault and attempted murder from the same crime as the intent of each is different. Likewise, Assault With a deadly weapon and assaulting an officer are also crimes that exclude others. Pay careful attention to the requirements of each law and select the one that best fits the crime when deciding sentence.

In the case of violent crimes (assault, manslaughter, attempted murder and murder), and theft (petty, pickpocketing, and high value) take only the most severe.

A single incident has a single sentence, so if, for instance, the prisoner took 3 items off someone, this is a single count of pickpocketing.

Aiding a criminal makes you an accomplice; you can be charged with the same crime as the person you aided.

Minor Crimes
All of these crimes carry a 1 minute sentence.

Medium Crimes
All of these crimes carry a 2 minute sentence.

Major Crimes
These crimes carry a 5 minute sentence.

Capital Crimes
These crimes can result in Execution, Life in a secure holding cell, or Cyborgization. Only the Captain, HoS, and Warden can authorize a life sentence. Only the Captain can authorize an execution or cyborgization.