Good afternoon, Mr. Cathcart. I have a number of questions to ask you, but I can't ask all of them, given the time I am allowed. However, some of them are particularly important to me.
The minister made a distinction earlier about summary trials, in that the person who is on trial, the accused, does not have the right to consult a lawyer. Apparently, it's the commanding officer who assigns an assisting officer. He also summons the witnesses. He is not bound by the duty of confidentiality, to the rule of evidence. There is no official transcription; only the sentence and punishment are recorded. I will start with that.
Is what I just said true? Or are there subtle differences to be made?