High treason

High treason was treason of a very serious nature. High treason was almost always punished by death, unlike other treason which could sometimes be punished with lesser penalties such as being stripped of rank or being imprisoned. The Galactic Empire, however, often chose not to distinguish between the two and instead punished any activity it considered "treason" with death.

History
In 3643 BBY, Zorin Krasul was detained by the Senate Guard for high treason, as was Grom Zian.

In 3 ABY, the archaeologist Raygar accidentally fired at Galactic Emperor Palpatine's personal shuttle and was charged with high treason. Palpatine carried out his punishment personally.

In 5 ABY, Sate Pestage was wanted by the Galactic Empire for high treason.

In 44 ABY, acting Jedi Grand Master Kenth Hamner declared that the launch of StealthXs to assist Luke Skywalker was high treason. He, however, fell to his death in a battle with Jedi Master Saba Sebatyne.

Appearances

 * Star Wars: The Old Republic
 * Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron 33: Mandatory Retirement, Part 2
 * Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron: Mandatory Retirement (TPB)
 * Fate of the Jedi: Vortex
 * Fate of the Jedi: Vortex