38.38.740 - Misconduct of a prisoner. - Washington Statutes

[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 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.]