# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 9. Crimes Against Public Administration

### Subtitle 4. Harboring, Escape, and Contraband

#### Section 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.

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Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)