Hindering prosecution in the first degree

1. Law
2. Mississippi Code
3. Crimes
4. Offenses Affecting Administration of Justice
5. Obstruction of Justice
6. Hindering prosecution in the first degree

1. A person commits the crime of hindering prosecution in the first degree if:
   1. With the intent to hinder the apprehension, prosecution, conviction or punishment of another for conduct constituting a felony, he renders criminal assistance to the other person; or
   2. Prevents or attempts to prevent law enforcement from discovering facts relating to another's criminal activity or engages in acts designed to interfere with, or prevent a law enforcement investigation of another; or
   3. Provides false information, under oath, or signs an affidavit with false information exonerating or incriminating another person.
2. Hindering prosecution in the first degree is a Class 1 felony.

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