97-9-105 - Hindering prosecution in the first degree.

§ 97-9-105. Hindering prosecution in the first degree.
 

(1)  A person commits the crime of hindering prosecution in the first degree if, 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. 

(2)  Hindering prosecution in the first degree is a Class 1 felony. 
 

Sources: Laws, 2006, ch. 387, § 3, eff from and after July 1, 2006.