Sec. 164.
Desertion following marriage to escape prosecution for rape, etc.—Any man or boy, who
being the father of a child born out of wedlock, shall marry any woman or girl for the purpose
of escaping prosecution therefor, and any man or boy who shall marry any woman or girl for
the purpose of escaping prosecution for rape or seduction, and shall afterwards desert her
without good cause, shall be guilty of a felony: Provided, That no prosecution shall be brought
under this section after 5 years from the date of the marriage.§ 750.164Desertion following marriage to escape prosecution
en · 541 chars · active
Primary source. The text above is the canonical statute body as it appears in this revision of the atlas. Verify against the official gazette before quoting in litigation or formal advice. Spot an error? Suggest a correction.