§ 9-402
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§9–402.
(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.