If my brother is wanted by the law and he stays with me can I go to jail for aiding and abbetting?
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If my brother is wanted by the law and he stays with me can I go to jail for aiding and abbetting?
Wanted for domestic violence.
Asked on August 2, 2019 under Criminal Law, South Dakota
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
If he just lives with you, no; having a wanted person living or staying with you is not a crime. If you do ANYTHING to help him commit a crime (e.g. drive him to his significant other's home knowing he is angry with that person and may commit violence) you could be charged as an accomplice; if you help him avoid arrest (e.g. help him hide from or deceive the police), you could face charges, too.
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