Harboring fugitive

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    (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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