Martial Law and Private Property

[RN7]

Originally Posted by kalos72

What have you guys done about Martial Law and private ownership of land or assets?

It would depend on who the lawful authority is and what currency they use.

In my T2K German write up (also from GDW UK Sourcebook) the military authorities are promoting the use of the Deutschemark for all transactions and payments. The Deutschemark is supported by the existence of Germany's very large gold reserves which survived the war. I think GDW UK Sourcebook also has lawful areas in Britain still using Pound Sterling. I think other forms of currency (government issues credit slip, payment-in-kind, barter or even gold and silver) just doesn't work as well or is less practical.

In regards to private property. Well its still exists in lawful areas but civilians still residing in their pre-war dwellings or who have occupied and claim ownership of property have to pay a tax or rent on it in whatever currency is being used. The tax guarantees legally recognised ownership or claim in the eyes of the authorities, and also guarantees protection by the authorities to your ownership if someone or group tries to take it. Also the tax guarantees physical protection from the authorities if you or your property is under attack.

In my T2k Germany civilians living in lawful areas are required to register with the authorities to file property title claims and for census. If you are homeless the authorities will provide you with shelter. The authorities will also assign you and your dependents paid work to your ability, and will give you a ration book to claim food supplies for your family from the government. The ration book is also a form of ID and can be used to access medical assistance from the authorities. If you don't register then you loose any rights and are residing in a lawful area outside of the law; ie you are a criminal.