re: Bergdahl charged with Desertion

He's also been charged with Misbehavior Before the enemy, basically cowardice, which is the more serious charge in this case.
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Article 85 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, “Desertion with Intent to Shirk
Important or Hazardous Duty,” carries a maximum potential punishment of a
dishonorable discharge, reduction to the rank of E-1, total forfeiture of all pay and
allowances, and maximum confinement of five years. Article 99 of the Uniform Code of
Military Justice, “Misbehavior Before The Enemy by Endangering the Safety of a
Command, Unit or Place,” carries a maximum potential penalty of dishonorable
discharge, reduction to the rank of E-1, total forfeiture of all pay and allowances, and
possible confinement for life.

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