Problem

Misprision of treason

Other Names:
Concealment of knowledge of treason by another
Nature:

Misprision of treason is an offence found in many common law jurisdictions around the world, having been inherited from English law. It is committed by someone who knows a treason is being or is about to be committed but does not report it to a proper authority.

Broader Problems:
Misprision
Aggravates:
Treason
Subject(s):
Defence Secrecy
Defence Espionage, subversion
Problem Type:
J: Problems Under Consideration
Date of last update
06.10.1998 – 00:00 CEST