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WEST VIRGINIA CODE
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WVC 15 - 1 E- 105 §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.

Note: WV Code updated with legislation passed through the 2012 1st Special Session

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