It also is misused term regarding US law. It refers to
Posted on: August 1, 2018 at 14:13:24 CT
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crimes against US while being at war. See below for the official definition. also looks like death penalty is on the table but not the only option if one was convicted of treason.
"Whoever, owing allegiance to the United States, levies WAR against them or adheres to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort within the United States or elsewhere, is guilty of treason and shall suffer death, or shall be imprisoned not less than five years and fined under this title but not less than $10,000; and shall be incapable of holding any office under the United States.
Edited by KenMan33 at 14:13:57 on 08/01/18