(1) The Court Martial shall make decisions on the basis of a majority vote. In the case of a tie, the decision
shall go in favour of the accused.
Provided that, the following matters shall be decided as follows:
(a) To render a penalty of life sentence along with confiscation of entire property by the General Court
Martial it shall require at least a Two Thirds majority vote.
(b) To render a penalty of life sentence along with confiscation of entire property by the Summary
General Court Martial it shall require unanimous vote.
(2) Notwithstanding anything contained in Sub-section (1), the opinion supported by the Chairperson shall prevail on the procedural matters other than the imposition of penalty and rendering of the judgment.
(3) In the course determining the penalty (sentencing) by the Court Martial, the Prad Viwak present before the Court Martial or his/her  representative may give a separate opinion.
(4) In the course of investigation and hearing of a case which falls under the jurisdiction of a Court Martial, the rights regarding criminal justice shall be protected and sufficient opportunity to produce evidence in
defence shall also be granted.