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18 U.S. Code § 3 - Accessory after the fact; Whoever, knowing that an offense against the United
States has been committed, receives, relieves, comforts
or assists the offender in order to hinder or prevent his
apprehension, trial or punishment, is an accessory after
the fact. Except as otherwise expressly provided by any Act of
Congress, an accessory after the fact shall be imprisoned
not more than one-half the maximum term of imprison-
ment or (notwithstanding section 3571) fined not more
than one-half the maximum fine prescribed for the punish-
ment of the principal, or both; or if the principal is punish-
able by life imprisonment or death, the accessory shall be
imprisoned not more than 15 years.