1. War desertion, mutiny, murder. Have no limitations.
  2. Burglary, etc. (A W. 93) and frauds against Government (A.W. 94). Prosecution limited to 3 years.
  3. All other offences. 2 years.

In some cases the Statute of Limitations is suspended (A.W. 39), especially in cases of absence from the United States.

The following Articles of War are the important ones for officers to be acquainted with in the ordinary course of his duties:

Article 54.

Fraudulent Enlistment:

Punishment: Court Martial.

"Any person procuring himself to be enlisted by means of willful misrepresentation or concealment as to his qualifications for enlistment and shall receive pay or allowance," ...

This offense requires two (2) steps:

  1. Misrepresentation or concealment.
  2. Receiving pay or allowances.