Nevada § 412.508 - Misbehavior before enemy
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 412.508 — Misbehavior before enemy, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 412.508. Misbehavior before enemy
Any person subject to this Code who before or in the presence of the enemy: 1. Runs away; 2. Shamefully abandons, surrenders or delivers up any command, unit, place or military
property which it is his or her duty to defend; 3. Through disobedience, neglect or intentional misconduct endangers the safety of
any such command, unit, place or military property; 4. Casts away his or her arms or ammunition; 5. Is guilty of cowardly conduct; 6. Quits his or her place of duty to plunder or pillage; 7. Causes false alarms in any command, unit or place under control of the Armed Forces
of the United States or the organized militia; 8. Willfully fails to do his or her utmost to encounter, engage, capture or destroy
any enemy troops, combatants, vessels, aircraft or any other thing, which it is his
or her duty so to encounter, engage, capture or destroy; or 9. Does not afford all practicable relief and assistance to any troops, combatants,
vessels or aircraft of the Armed Forces belonging to the United States or their allies,
to this state or to any other state, when engaged in battle, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 412.508
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 412.508 cover?
Section 412.508 ("Misbehavior before enemy") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 412.508?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 412.508" (Nevada). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nevada law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nevada official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nevada attorney.
How does Nevada § 412.508 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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