§ 38-2-538 - Misconduct as prisoner of war - Georgia Statutes

O.C.G.A. 38-2-538 (2010)
38-2-538. Misconduct as prisoner of war

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 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.