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Maryland Code, Criminal Law § 9-402

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) This section does not apply if the warrant is for a traffic offense.

(b) A person may not harbor a fugitive to prevent the fugitive's discovery or arrest after:

(1) being notified, or otherwise knowing, that a felony warrant was issued for the arrest of the fugitive; and

(2) being notified that harboring the fugitive is a crime.

(c) A person may not knowingly harbor a fugitive who is avoiding:

(1) prosecution;

(2) custody; or

(3) confinement after conviction of a felony.

(d) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

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