§ 9-402. Harboring fugitive

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

(b) To prevent arrest. -- 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) To avoid prosecution, custody, or confinement. -- A person may not knowingly harbor a fugitive who is avoiding:

   (1) prosecution;

   (2) custody; or

   (3) confinement after conviction of a felony.

(d) Penalty. -- 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.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 27, § 268F; 2002, ch. 26, § 2.