[Art. 105] Misconduct of a prisoner.
RCW 38.38.740
in effectAny 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 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.
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 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.
Source: WA Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=38.38&full=trueFetched: 6/29/2026