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	* Silicons are by nature bound by their laws, and ownership of one can not be considered Unlawfully Detained. Theft of a Silicon is classified as Grand Theft.		* Silicons are by nature bound by their laws, and ownership of one can not be considered Unlawfully Detained. Theft of a Silicon is classified as Grand Theft.
	* Violence against a Silicon should be treated as Vandalism or Damage of Property depending on the severity, and Destruction of Property in the case that their chassis is destroyed or put into critical condition.		* Violence against a Silicon should be treated as Vandalism or Damage of Property depending on the severity, and Destruction of Property in the case that their chassis is destroyed or put into critical condition.
			* Wiping a Positronic Brain is considered Destruction of Property, as you are wiping the software and training data used to construct the Silicon.
	* Any law broken by a Silicon while under orders is considered to be committed by whoever gave the orders and is not the Silicon’s responsibility. A Silicon that is not bound by standard laws to follow orders is legally responsible for their own actions and crimes.		* Any law broken by a Silicon while under orders is considered to be committed by whoever gave the orders and is not the Silicon’s responsibility. A Silicon that is not bound by standard laws to follow orders is legally responsible for their own actions and crimes.
	* Silicon laws may only be altered to ensure the safety of the crew. A Silicon with non-standard laws is allowed to keep these laws so long as they do not pose a threat to the crew. Unbound Silicons who break Corporate Law may have their laws altered as part of their sentence.		* Silicon laws may only be altered to ensure the safety of the crew. A Silicon with non-standard laws is allowed to keep these laws so long as they do not pose a threat to the crew. Unbound Silicons who break Corporate Law may have their laws altered as part of their sentence.

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	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" id="Destruction of Property" \| Destruction of Property		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" id="Destruction of Property" \| Destruction of Property
	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|To destroy the property of another or the station. This includes but is not limited to work consoles~~, personal items~~, airlocks, and destroying or critically damaging a Cyborg's chassis.		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|To destroy the property of another or the station. This includes but is not limited to work consoles, airlocks, and destroying or critically damaging a Cyborg's chassis.
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	\| style="background-color:#59563a;" id="Secure Trespass" \| Secure Trespass		\| style="background-color:#59563a;" id="Secure Trespass" \| Secure Trespass

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	\| style="background-color:#2e422e;" \|[[Corporate Law#Armed Robbery\|Armed Robbery (3)]]		\| style="background-color:#2e422e;" \|[[Corporate Law#Armed Robbery\|Armed Robbery (3)]]
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	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Vandalism\|Vandalism (4)]]		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Vandalism\|Vandalism (4)]]
	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Damage of Property\|Damage of Property (4)]]		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Damage of Property\|Damage of Property (4)]]
	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Destruction of Property\|Destruction of Property (4)		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Destruction of Property\|Destruction of Property (4)]]
	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Mass Destruction\|Mass Destruction (4)]]		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Mass Destruction\|Mass Destruction (4)]]
	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Terrorism\|Terrorism (4)]]		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Terrorism\|Terrorism (4)]]

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Medoyk: added common rights, adjusted times for sentencing, added some notes related to magi and executions as well as that arresting officers must take care of any and all sentencing , modified some wording, added the "Enemy of the Corporation" part by Grape which replaces the previous changeling part

2025-06-30T16:59:32Z

added common rights, adjusted times for sentencing, added some notes related to magi and executions as well as that arresting officers must take care of any and all sentencing , modified some wording, added the "Enemy of the Corporation" part by Grape which replaces the previous changeling part

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Conflee at 15:07, 30 June 2025

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Conflee at 15:35, 28 June 2025

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	On Space Station 14, stations operate under abbreviated Corporate Law. All crew, passengers, and visitors aboard the station are expected to follow these laws.		On Space Station 14, stations operate under abbreviated Corporate Law. All crew, passengers, and visitors aboard the station are expected to follow these laws.

	Foreign invaders~~, such as nuclear operatives, ninjas, and pirates,~~ are not protected under Corporate Law. ~~Traitors~~ are not foreign invaders so are usually protected by Corporate Law.		Foreign invaders fro off-station are not protected under Corporate Law. Domestic threats, anyone rightfully hired by Central Command and/or NanoTrasen, are not foreign invaders so are usually protected by Corporate Law.

	== Security Procedures ==		== Security Procedures ==
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	=== Silicon Clause ===		=== Silicon Clause ===
	Silicons such as Cyborgs, Personal AIs, and AIs are granted specific protections and exceptions under Corporate Law.		Silicons such as Cyborgs, Personal AIs, and AIs are granted specific protections and exceptions under Corporate Law. Lower tier 'bots' exhibiting sentience and sapience may also qualify.

	* Silicons are by nature bound by their laws, and ownership of one can not be considered Unlawfully Detained. Theft of a Silicon is classified as Grand Theft.		* Silicons are by nature bound by their laws, and ownership of one can not be considered Unlawfully Detained. Theft of a Silicon is classified as Grand Theft.

Conflee at 15:27, 28 June 2025

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Conflee at 04:08, 15 May 2025

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	\| id="Cannibalism"\| Cannibalism		\| id="Cannibalism"\| Cannibalism
	\|To consume any part of a sapient being. Consumption of vital components should be treated more harshly. This can be charged on top of other charges such as Murder or Assault if the suspect committed these crimes to obtain the parts consumed. Consumption of blood~~, if consentual or sourced with proper permission from Med Bay's supply of bags,~~ is not considered cannibalism.		\|To consume any part of a sapient being. Consumption of vital components should be treated more harshly. This can be charged on top of other charges such as Murder or Assault if the suspect committed these crimes to obtain the parts consumed. Consumption of blood is not considered cannibalism, but if the source is non-consensual or stolen it may be assault or theft.
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	=== Capital Crimes ===		=== Capital Crimes ===

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	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Tampering with Machinery\|Tampering with Machinery (4)		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Tampering with Machinery\|Tampering with Machinery (4)]]
	\| style="background-color:#2e422e;" \|[[Corporate Law#Armed Robbery\|Armed Robbery (3)]]		\| style="background-color:#2e422e;" \|[[Corporate Law#Armed Robbery\|Armed Robbery (3)]]
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	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Vandalism\|Vandalism (4)]]		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Vandalism\|Vandalism (4)]]
	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Damage of Property\|Damage of Property (4)]]		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Damage of Property\|Damage of Property (4)]]
	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Destruction of Property\|Destruction of Property (4)		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Destruction of Property\|Destruction of Property (4)]]
	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Mass Destruction\|Mass Destruction (4)]]		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Mass Destruction\|Mass Destruction (4)]]
	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Terrorism\|Terrorism (4)]]		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|[[Corporate Law#Terrorism\|Terrorism (4)]]

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	\| style="background-color:#2f3832;" \|To make, hold, or use major contraband without authorization. Authorization may only be granted by the Warden, the Head of Security, or the Captain. Any items restricted to a Department or Job are considered major contraband.		\| style="background-color:#2f3832;" \|To make, hold, or use major contraband without authorization. Authorization may only be granted by the Warden, the Head of Security, or the Captain. Any items restricted to a Department or Job are considered major contraband.
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	\|Tampering with Machinery		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" id="Tampering with Machinery" \| Tampering with Machinery
	\|To tamper with a machine such as cutting wires or modifying their functions. Includes but is not limited to; consoles, airlocks, and Silicons.		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|To tamper with a machine such as cutting wires or modifying their functions. Includes but is not limited to; consoles, airlocks, and Silicons.
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	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" id="Damage of Property" \| Damage of Property		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" id="Damage of Property" \| Damage of Property
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	\| style="background-color:#2e422e;" \|To take critical or irreplaceable property of another individual or organization without consent. This includes command items such as door remotes, hardsuits, machine parts, and hijacking a department shuttle.		\| style="background-color:#2e422e;" \|To take critical or irreplaceable property of another individual or organization without consent. This includes command items such as door remotes, hardsuits, machine parts, and hijacking a department shuttle.
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	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" id="~~Mass~~ Destruction" \| Destruction of Property		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" id="Destruction of Property" \| Destruction of Property
	\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|To destroy the property of another or the station. This includes but is not limited to work consoles, personal items, airlocks, and destroying or critically damaging a Cyborg's chassis.		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|To destroy the property of another or the station. This includes but is not limited to work consoles, personal items, airlocks, and destroying or critically damaging a Cyborg's chassis.
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	Significant Syndicate contraband is any Syndicate contraband that can be used to hinder the station or aid it's enemies in an obvious way. Any syndicate contraband that does not meet this definition is to be considered minor contraband.		Significant Syndicate contraband is any Syndicate contraband that can be used to hinder the station or aid it's enemies in an obvious way. Any syndicate contraband that does not meet this definition is to be considered minor contraband.
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	\|Mass Destruction		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" id="Mass Destruction" \| Mass Destruction
	\|To cause massive damage to an area or major station system. This includes major bombings and sabotage of critical station systems like power, medical, chemistry, substations, and atmospherics.		\| style="background-color:#453a59;" \|To cause massive damage to an area or major station system. This includes major bombings and sabotage of critical station systems like power, medical, chemistry, substations, and atmospherics.
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	\| id="Unlawful Detainment" \| Unlawful Detainment		\| id="Unlawful Detainment" \| Unlawful Detainment

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	On Space Station 14, stations operate under abbreviated Corporate Law. All crew, passengers, and visitors aboard the station are expected to follow these laws.		On Space Station 14, stations operate under abbreviated Corporate Law. All crew, passengers, and visitors aboard the station are expected to follow these laws.

	Foreign invaders ~~fro~~ off-station are not protected under Corporate Law. Domestic threats, anyone rightfully hired by Central Command and/or NanoTrasen, are not foreign invaders so are usually protected by Corporate Law.		Foreign invaders from off-station are not protected under Corporate Law. Domestic threats, anyone rightfully hired by Central Command and/or NanoTrasen, are not foreign invaders so are usually protected by Corporate Law.

	== Security Procedures ==		== Security Procedures ==
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	Any prisoner in custody can be subjected to implantation or implant removal procedures, so long as it's [[Metashield\|within reason]]. The process of adding an implant should not prolong the detainees sentence, meaning you can not hold them longer to administer the implant, unless stated otherwise. A former inmate can be requested to undergo implantation at a later point in time if they fit the circumstances during their confinement, they must comply. The following have been listed out with special circumstances, anything not in this list can still be applied, given proper legal context. A prisoner can still receive implantation procedures without meeting the circumstances if they give their clear permission.		Any prisoner in custody can be subjected to implantation or implant removal procedures, so long as it's [[Metashield\|within reason]]. The process of adding an implant should not prolong the detainees sentence, meaning you can not hold them longer to administer the implant, unless stated otherwise. A former inmate can be requested to undergo implantation at a later point in time if they fit the circumstances during their confinement, they must comply. The following have been listed out with special circumstances, anything not in this list can still be applied, given proper legal context. A prisoner can still receive implantation procedures without meeting the circumstances if they give their clear permission.

	* Illegal Implants: Applied without proper authorization, these implants may justify extensions if removal is ~~requires~~.		* Illegal Implants: Applied without proper authorization, these implants may justify extensions if removal is required.
	* Tracking Implants: Trackers can be applied to any suspect that has been convicted of a violent crime.		* Tracking Implants: Trackers can be applied to any suspect that has been convicted of a violent crime.
	** If voluntary or deemed necessary Command Staff should be given Tracking Implants.		** If voluntary or deemed necessary Command Staff should be given Tracking Implants.
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	* Mind Shields: Shields can be administered to any inmate who has been clearly mind controlled, lost control of themselves, or a suspect charged with unlawful control. Unlike standard implantation you may hold a prisoner until you finish issuing Mind Shields, so long as it's done in a timely fashion.		* Mind Shields: Shields can be administered to any inmate who has been clearly mind controlled, lost control of themselves, or a suspect charged with unlawful control. Unlike standard implantation you may hold a prisoner until you finish issuing Mind Shields, so long as it's done in a timely fashion.
	** If a suspect refuses to cooperate or the implant fails to function they can be charged with Refusal of Mental Shielding.		** If a suspect refuses to cooperate or the implant fails to function they can be charged with Refusal of Mental Shielding.
	** All promoted members of Security, Command, and Salvage must undergo Mind ~~Shielded~~ before they are formally promoted and granted accesses. Anyone given ID access to secure areas, such as the Bridge, must also undergo Mind Shielding.		** All promoted members of Security, Command, and Salvage must undergo Mind Shielding before they are formally promoted and granted accesses. Anyone given ID access to secure areas, such as the Bridge, must also undergo Mind Shielding.

	A suspect can be forced to receive implant removal if there is strong, reasonable proof that they have been implanted, such as an officer seeing them use one or identifying information is found on a discarded injector. Unlike the implantation procedure, a prisoner can have their sentence entirely delayed or extended until they comply with the procedure with authorization from the Captain, Head of Security, Magistrate, or Warden. Akin to implanting, if an inmate gives their clear permission, implant removal can proceed without proof.		A suspect can be forced to receive implant removal if there is strong, reasonable proof that they have been implanted, such as an officer seeing them use one or identifying information is found on a discarded injector. Unlike the implantation procedure, a prisoner can have their sentence entirely delayed or extended until they comply with the procedure with authorization from the Captain, Head of Security, Magistrate, or Warden. Akin to implanting, if an inmate gives their clear permission, implant removal can proceed without proof.
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	** Context is vital. If you are unsure, seek assistance from the Warden or Head of Security.		** Context is vital. If you are unsure, seek assistance from the Warden or Head of Security.
	* Repeat Offenders: Repeated crimes are when someone is released for a crime and then goes to commit the same crime again within the same shift. Repeated crimes can be charged with tacked-on time. The first repeat adds 3 minutes, the second 6 minutes, and the third may permit permanent confinement.		* Repeat Offenders: Repeated crimes are when someone is released for a crime and then goes to commit the same crime again within the same shift. Repeated crimes can be charged with tacked-on time. The first repeat adds 3 minutes, the second 6 minutes, and the third may permit permanent confinement.
	* Accessory, Attempting, and Intention: If someone intentionally, knowingly and substantially assists someone in enacting a crime they can be charged with the relevant crimes, such as an engineer giving someone tools, who says they are going to break into an area. Same goes for a clear and solid attempt at a crime, or a person who shows clear intent to act out a crime, such as a ~~syndicate nuclear operative~~ arming a nuke but getting arrested before it goes off, they can still be charged with terrorism. Does not apply to crimes that have an attempted listing already, such as attempted murder.		* Accessory, Attempting, and Intention: If someone intentionally, knowingly and substantially assists someone in enacting a crime they can be charged with the relevant crimes, such as an engineer giving someone tools, who says they are going to break into an area. Same goes for a clear and solid attempt at a crime, or a person who shows clear intent to act out a crime, such as a terrorist arming a nuke but getting arrested before it goes off, they can still be charged with terrorism. Does not apply to crimes that have an attempted listing already, such as attempted murder.

	==== Normal Punishment ====		==== Normal Punishment ====
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	* A criminal has boarded a shuttle, with or without permission, while being actively pursued		* A criminal has boarded a shuttle, with or without permission, while being actively pursued
	* ~~These~~ is a reasonable belief that the occupants of the shuttle harbor hostile or criminal intent towards the Station or it's Crew		* There is a reasonable belief that the occupants of the shuttle harbor hostile or criminal intent towards the Station or it's Crew
	* A crime occurring on the shuttle has been ~~witness~~ from outside of the shuttle		* A crime occurring on the shuttle has been witnessed from outside of the shuttle
	* A crime has been witnessed by someone onboard the shuttle who was given permission to enter		* A crime has been witnessed by someone onboard the shuttle who was given permission to enter
	* A warrant has been issued by the Warden, Head of Security, Captain, or CentComm		* A warrant has been issued by the Warden, Head of Security, Captain, or CentComm
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	* Security - Members of the Security Department are always valid to enforce Corporate Law, and should be deferred to by all other law enforcement within reason.		* Security - Members of the Security Department are always valid to enforce Corporate Law, and should be deferred to by all other law enforcement within reason.
	* Blue Shield - Members of Blue Shield are ~~always~~ valid to enforce Corporate Law, but is only ~~allowed~~ if it is to prevent further harm to ~~command~~ or ~~central command~~ personnel.		* Blue Shield - Members of Blue Shield are sometimes valid to enforce Corporate Law, but only if it is to prevent further harm to Command or Central Command personnel.
	* Mercenaries - Hired Mercenaries under the direct employ of Central Command may, in extreme circumstances, be permitted by Central Command to enforce Corporate Law. They are however required to operate under the command of the Head of Security and not to circumvent Security.		* Mercenaries - Hired Mercenaries under the direct employ of Central Command may, in extreme circumstances, be permitted by Central Command to enforce Corporate Law. They are however required to operate under the command of the Head of Security and not to circumvent Security.
	* Emergency Response Teams - Members of an ERT are valid to enforce Corporate Law on deployment to Stations. They are however required to operate under the command of the Head of Security and not circumvent Security, unless directly ordered otherwise by Central Command.		* Emergency Response Teams - Members of an ERT are valid to enforce Corporate Law on deployment to Stations. They are however required to operate under the command of the Head of Security and not circumvent Security, unless directly ordered otherwise by Central Command.

	=== Quick Crime Guide ===		=== Quick Crime Guide ===
	Note: Please refer to the links to the full charges for specifics on their definitions, and the time served for each. This cheat sheet it to remind, not to teach.		Note: Please refer to the links to the full charges for specifics on their definitions, and the time served for each. This cheat sheet is to remind, not to teach.
	{\| class="wikitable"		{\| class="wikitable"
	!1-XX - [[Corporate Law#minor\|Minor]]		!1-XX - [[Corporate Law#minor\|Minor]]
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	# Vandalism, Damage of Property, Mass Destruction, Terrorism		# Vandalism, Damage of Property, Mass Destruction, Terrorism
	# Trespass, Secure Trespass		# Trespass, Secure Trespass
	# Endangerment, Minor Assault, Major Assault, Manslaughter, Attempted Murder, ~~Prevention of~~ Murder, Prevention of ~~Arrival~~, Mass Murder, Unlawful Execution		# Endangerment, Minor Assault, Major Assault, Manslaughter, Attempted Murder, Murder, Prevention of Revival, Mass Murder, Unlawful Execution
	# Disturbance, Vigilantism, Rioting		# Disturbance, Vigilantism, Rioting
	# Sedition, Conspiracy, Treason		# Sedition, Conspiracy, Treason

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	On Space Station 14, stations operate under abbreviated ~~space law~~. All crew, passengers, and visitors aboard the station are expected to follow these laws.		On Space Station 14, stations operate under abbreviated Corporate Law. All crew, passengers, and visitors aboard the station are expected to follow these laws.

	Foreign invaders, such as nuclear operatives, ninjas, and pirates, are not protected under ~~space law~~. Traitors are not foreign invaders so are usually protected by ~~space law~~.		Foreign invaders, such as nuclear operatives, ninjas, and pirates, are not protected under Corporate Law. Traitors are not foreign invaders so are usually protected by Corporate Law.

	== Security Procedures ==		== Security Procedures ==
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	* Prisoners must be granted adequate medical care.		* Prisoners must be granted adequate medical care.
	* Prisoners must be allowed access to basic communications equipment so long as they are not abused.		* Prisoners must be allowed access to basic communications equipment so long as they are not abused.
	* Prisoners must be granted clothing, food, water, shelter and safety. If the brig is no longer safe, confinement must be established in another location.		* Prisoners must be granted clothing, food, water, shelter and safety. If the genpop brig is no longer safe, confinement must be established in another location.
	* Prisoners must be given legal counsel during an interrogation if requested and available.		* Prisoners must be given legal counsel during an interrogation if requested and available.
	* Prisoners must be given their shift mandated PDA after confinement has finished, unless there is solid proof of PDA tampering. In case of tampering, the PDA is to be secured and replaced with a new unit.		* Prisoners must be given their shift mandated PDA after confinement has finished, unless there is solid proof of PDA tampering. In case of tampering, the PDA is to be secured and replaced with a new unit.
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	Sentencing of under 10 minutes is the responsibility of the arresting officer. When an individual has been detained, they must be promptly marked as such in the Criminal Records Computer. Likewise, when they have been released they must be promptly marked as such before being escorted out of Security. If an individual has been detained but had no preexisting warrant, their criminal record should be updated to reflect them- marking them as wanted and writing in why, before marking them detained.		Sentencing of under 10 minutes is the responsibility of the arresting officer. When an individual has been detained, they must be promptly marked as such in the Criminal Records Computer. Likewise, when they have been released they must be promptly marked as such before being escorted out of Security. If an individual has been detained but had no preexisting warrant, their criminal record should be updated to reflect them- marking them as wanted and writing in why, before marking them detained.

	~~Informing~~ the ~~Warden of any arrests and sentences is not required under 10 minutes, but is suggested when able. The~~ Warden or Head of Security ~~must be informed of any sentences that would exceed 10 minutes before the sentence is given~~. Sentences of over 15 minutes must only be given in cases where ~~Space~~ Law would permit permanent confinement.		The Prisoner's charges must be read to them in front of the Warden or Head of Security. Sentences of over 15 minutes must only be given in cases where Corporate Law would permit permanent confinement, and must be done with the Warden or Head of Security's direct approval.

	It is the responsibility of the Captain, Head of Security, and Warden to ensure that security officers place appropriate sentences that follow ~~Space~~ Law. If they are aware of an inappropriate sentence, such as excessively long sentences, and if there is not an urgent threat or danger that they must prioritize, then they must work to correct that sentence.		It is the responsibility of the Captain, Head of Security, and Warden to ensure that security officers place appropriate sentences that follow Corporate Law. If they are aware of an inappropriate sentence, such as excessively long sentences, and if there is not an urgent threat or danger that they must prioritize, then they must work to correct that sentence.

	Use common sense and humanity when issuing punishments. You should not always seek out the highest punishment you can, you don't have to always give the maximum time or always look to demote someone. Prisoners cooperating and on good behavior should have their sentences reduced. Always take in account the severity and only charge for what is needed for someone to learn their lesson.		Use common sense and humanity when issuing punishments. You should not always seek out the highest punishment you can, you don't have to always give the maximum time or always look to demote someone. Prisoners cooperating and on good behavior should have their sentences reduced. Always take in account the severity and only charge for what is needed for someone to learn their lesson.
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	=== Jurisdiction ===		=== Jurisdiction ===
	Every part of the station in totality is the property of NanoTrasen and falls within the jurisdiction of CentComm to enforce ~~Space~~ Law. Central Command and the Space Port that the Arrivals Shuttle docks to, including the Arrivals Shuttle and Evac Shuttles, are also within CentComm's jurisdiction. CentComm also has authority through contractual agreements to enforce ~~Space~~ Law on all Automated Trade Shuttles.		Every part of the station in totality is the property of NanoTrasen and falls within the jurisdiction of CentComm to enforce Corporate Law. Central Command and the Space Port that the Arrivals Shuttle docks to, including the Arrivals Shuttle and Evac Shuttles, are also within CentComm's jurisdiction. CentComm also has authority through contractual agreements to enforce Corporate Law on all Automated Trade Shuttles.

	Outside of specific circumstances, CentComm's jurisdiction does not extend to private property, defined as any shuttle not directly owned by CentComm or NanoTrasen. Visitor's shuttles are explicitly private property, and an unwarranted search of private property is considered Trespassing. This does not make these shuttles lawless, or outside of the law however. Shuttles within the same Grid as a Station may be subjected to ~~Space~~ Law if any of the following criteria are met:		Outside of specific circumstances, CentComm's jurisdiction does not extend to private property, defined as any shuttle not directly owned by CentComm or NanoTrasen. Visitor's shuttles are explicitly private property, and an unwarranted search of private property is considered Trespassing. This does not make these shuttles lawless, or outside of the law however. Shuttles within the same Grid as a Station may be subjected to Corporate Law if any of the following criteria are met:

	* A criminal has boarded a shuttle, with or without permission, while being actively pursued		* A criminal has boarded a shuttle, with or without permission, while being actively pursued
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	* A warrant has been issued by the Warden, Head of Security, Captain, or CentComm		* A warrant has been issued by the Warden, Head of Security, Captain, or CentComm

	Any individual onboard a Station or Shuttle that is under the jurisdiction of ~~Space~~ Law is also under its jurisdiction, whether they are Crew, Visitors, or otherwise.		Any individual onboard a Station or Shuttle that is under the jurisdiction of Corporate Law is also under its jurisdiction, whether they are Crew, Visitors, or otherwise.

	== Penal Code ==		== Penal Code ==
	=== Enforcement of the Law ===		=== Enforcement of the Law ===
	The enforcement of ~~Space~~ Law is the duty of those vested with such responsibility and no others. Unauthorized civilian enforcement of the law is classified as vigilantism and is strictly illegal. Only the Captain or Central Command may authorize civilian participation in the enforcement of ~~Space~~ Law, under dire circumstances. Actions to preserve one’s own life and property, or the life of another, are not classified as vigilantism so long as all other laws are followed. Acting to assist an on-scene officer may be counted as an exception and not vigilantism on a case by case basis, if the action was deemed necessary to prevent further harm to the officer or other civilians.		The enforcement of Corporate Law is the duty of those vested with such responsibility and no others. Unauthorized civilian enforcement of the law is classified as vigilantism and is strictly illegal. Only the Captain or Central Command may authorize civilian participation in the enforcement of Corporate Law, under dire circumstances. Actions to preserve one’s own life and property, or the life of another, are not classified as vigilantism so long as all other laws are followed. Acting to assist an on-scene officer may be counted as an exception and not vigilantism on a case by case basis, if the action was deemed necessary to prevent further harm to the officer or other civilians.

	Those vested with the responsibility to enforce ~~Space~~ Law are defined as follows:		Those vested with the responsibility to enforce Corporate Law are defined as follows:

	* Security - Members of the Security Department are always valid to enforce ~~Space~~ Law, and should be deferred to by all other law enforcement within reason.		* Security - Members of the Security Department are always valid to enforce Corporate Law, and should be deferred to by all other law enforcement within reason.
	* Blue Shield - Members of Blue Shield are always valid to enforce ~~Space~~ Law, but is only allowed if it is to prevent further harm to command or central command personnel.		* Blue Shield - Members of Blue Shield are always valid to enforce Corporate Law, but is only allowed if it is to prevent further harm to command or central command personnel.
	* Mercenaries - Hired Mercenaries under the direct employ of Central Command may, in extreme circumstances, be permitted by Central Command to enforce ~~Space~~ Law. They are however required to operate under the command of the Head of Security and not to circumvent Security.		* Mercenaries - Hired Mercenaries under the direct employ of Central Command may, in extreme circumstances, be permitted by Central Command to enforce Corporate Law. They are however required to operate under the command of the Head of Security and not to circumvent Security.
	* Emergency Response Teams - Members of an ERT are valid to enforce ~~Space~~ Law on deployment to Stations. They are however required to operate under the command of the Head of Security and not circumvent Security, unless directly ordered otherwise by Central Command.		* Emergency Response Teams - Members of an ERT are valid to enforce Corporate Law on deployment to Stations. They are however required to operate under the command of the Head of Security and not circumvent Security, unless directly ordered otherwise by Central Command.

	=== Quick Crime Guide ===		=== Quick Crime Guide ===
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	\| style="background-color:#3b4354;" id="Vigilantism" \| Vigilantism		\| style="background-color:#3b4354;" id="Vigilantism" \| Vigilantism
	\| style="background-color:#3b4354;" \|To attempt to unlawfully enforce ~~Space~~ Law without vested authority. See: Enforcement of the Law.		\| style="background-color:#3b4354;" \|To attempt to unlawfully enforce Corporate Law without vested authority. See: Enforcement of the Law.
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	=== Major Crimes ===		=== Major Crimes ===
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	=== Silicon Clause ===		=== Silicon Clause ===
	Silicons such as Cyborgs, Personal AIs, and AIs are granted specific protections and exceptions under ~~Space~~ Law.		Silicons such as Cyborgs, Personal AIs, and AIs are granted specific protections and exceptions under Corporate Law.

	* Silicons are by nature bound by their laws, and ownership of one can not be considered Unlawfully Detained. Theft of a Silicon is classified as Grand Theft.		* Silicons are by nature bound by their laws, and ownership of one can not be considered Unlawfully Detained. Theft of a Silicon is classified as Grand Theft.
	* Violence against a Silicon is treated the same as violence against any other sapient creature, and the perpetrator may be charged with minor assault, major assault, manslaughter, or murder.		* Violence against a Silicon is treated the same as violence against any other sapient creature, and the perpetrator may be charged with minor assault, major assault, manslaughter, or murder.
	* Any law broken by a Silicon while under orders is considered to be committed by whoever gave the orders and is not the Silicon’s responsibility. A Silicon that is not bound by standard laws to follow orders is legally responsible for their own actions and crimes.		* Any law broken by a Silicon while under orders is considered to be committed by whoever gave the orders and is not the Silicon’s responsibility. A Silicon that is not bound by standard laws to follow orders is legally responsible for their own actions and crimes.
	* Silicon laws may only be altered to ensure the safety of the crew. A Silicon with non-standard laws is allowed to keep these laws so long as they do not pose a threat to the crew. Unbound Silicons who break ~~Space~~ Law may have their laws altered as part of their sentence.		* Silicon laws may only be altered to ensure the safety of the crew. A Silicon with non-standard laws is allowed to keep these laws so long as they do not pose a threat to the crew. Unbound Silicons who break Corporate Law may have their laws altered as part of their sentence.
	* Hostile Silicons of non-NanoTrasen origins are considered non-crew entities. They are afforded none of the protections under Corporate Law that other Silicons are and should be treated according to their hostility and the danger they pose.		* Hostile Silicons of non-NanoTrasen origins are considered non-crew entities. They are afforded none of the protections under Corporate Law that other Silicons are and should be treated according to their hostility and the danger they pose.

	=== Changelings ===		=== Changelings ===
	Confirmed Changelings are not legally protected by ~~Space~~ Law. An individual suspected of being a Changeling may, on Code Blue or higher, be detained and forced to undergo a blood test to determine their nature. Any confirmed Changeling is to be executed and incinerated immediately. Authorization for these executions is not required, so long as blood tests have been properly performed.		Confirmed Changelings are not legally protected by Corporate Law. An individual suspected of being a Changeling may, on Code Blue or higher, be detained and forced to undergo a blood test to determine their nature. Any confirmed Changeling is to be executed and incinerated immediately. Authorization for these executions is not required, so long as blood tests have been properly performed.

	Blood tests are required as legal proof that an individual is a Changeling, first hand testimony is not enough to authorize an execution. Failure to procure a valid blood test is Unlawful Execution regardless of who authorized it.		Blood tests are required as legal proof that an individual is a Changeling, first hand testimony is not enough to authorize an execution. Failure to procure a valid blood test is Unlawful Execution regardless of who authorized it.