Wash. Rev. Code § 38.38.740

Current through 2024

Section 38.38.740 - [Art. 105] 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 or her 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.

RCW 38.38.740

Amended by 2011 c 336,§ 786, eff. 7/22/2011.

1963 c 220 § 104.