Yitz, once again Rambam is referring to a bet din, not a government court. He says so explicitly (Hilchot Melachim 3:10). As for the rules pertaining to Noahide courts, I suggest that you read Rav Bleich’s comprehensive article on capital punishment in Noahide lawt in volume 2 of “Contemporary Halachic Problems”. You might also read Iggerot Moshe Choshen Mishpat 2:68. Nowhere does he limit the requirement to following Tora evidentiary rules – and he knew full well that American courts do not.
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