Legal Question in Military Law in Illinois
Ua
What are the consequences if a Marine
becomes a deserter in a time of war?
Asked on 7/11/08, 4:36 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Neal Puckett
The Law Firm of Puckett and Faraj, PC
Re: Ua
The death penalty is authorized in time of war, but we haven't seen one of those in many decades. Likely 6-12 months of jail time and a bad conduct discharge depending on the service and length of time the service member is gone.
Answered on 7/11/08, 5:39 pm
William J. Holmes
Attorney at Military Law
Re: Ua
Very serious. At least in theory, one could receive the death penalty for desertion in time of war. Certainly, life in prison would be a permissible punishment although probably not likely. However, it is very serious. Talk to a lawyer before taking any action that could subject you to any such punishment.
Feel free to contact me if you have any further questions.
Answered on 7/14/08, 9:04 am
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