Accessory After the Fact

Helping someone hide or escape after they did a felony.

Can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

1. 1Someone did a felony
2. 2You knew it
3. 3You helped them hide or escape arrest
4. 4You meant to help them avoid arrest

Possible punishment

Misdemeanor: up to 1 year jail. Felony: 16 months, 2, or 3 years.