W. Va. Code § 15-1E-105

Current through 2024 Second Special Session

Section 15-1E-105 - Misconduct as prisoner

Any person subject to this article 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.

W. Va. Code § 15-1E-105