Federal · Title 18 — Crimes and Criminal Procedure

18 U.S.C. § 2383: Rebellion or insurrection

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

This statute makes it illegal to incite, assist, or engage in rebellion or insurrection against the United States or its laws. Violations are punishable by fine, imprisonment up to ten years, or both, plus disqualification from federal office.

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Whoever incites, sets on foot, assists, or engages in any rebellion or insurrection against the authority of the United States or the laws thereof, or gives aid or comfort thereto, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than ten years, or both; and shall be incapable of holding any office under the United States.

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