Malingering.
Miss. Code Ann. § 33-13-521
in effectAny person subject to this code who for the purpose of avoiding work, duty or service in the state military forces:
Feigns illness, physical disablement, mental lapse or derangement; or
Intentionally inflicts self-injury; shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
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