Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 38 Militia And Military Affairs - Section 38.38.740 Misconduct of a prisoner

§ 38.38.740. Misconduct of a prisoner

Any person subject to this code who, while in the hands of the enemy in time of war:

(1) For the purpose of securing favorable treatment by his captors acts without proper authority in a manner contrary to law, custom, or regulation, to the detriment of others of whatever nationality held by the enemy as civilian or military prisoners; or

(2) While in a position of authority over such persons maltreats them without justifiable cause;

shall be punished as a court martial may direct.

[1963 c 220 § 104.]

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