Michigan law sections 750.199 and 750.199a criminalize concealing or harboring individuals who have escaped lawful custody, with penalties varying from misdemeanors to felonies based on the circumstances. The law also defines 'peace officer' and addresses the consequences of absconding or forfeiting bonds in felony cases. Penalties include fines and imprisonment depending on the severity of the offense.
Penalties range from a misdemeanor with up to 93 days in jail and a $500 fine to a felony with up to 4 years in prison and a $5,000 fine, depending on the circumstances.
It is illegal to knowingly conceal or harbor an escapee, with misdemeanor or felony charges depending on the type of escape and warrants involved.
A 'peace officer' is defined as per section 215 of the Michigan Penal Code, typically including police officers, sheriffs, and other law enforcement personnel.
Forfeiting a bond in a felony case is considered a felony offense under Michigan law, with associated criminal penalties.