This section covers laws related to failing to appear in court when required, fleeing to avoid arrest or trial, and unlawfully concealing oneself to evade justice. It specifies the degrees of offenses based on circumstances, including whether the act involves a felony or misdemeanor. Exceptions are provided for certain release conditions like probation or parole.
Failing to appear without a lawful excuse is a second-degree misdemeanor, or a third-degree felony if related to a felony charge or if you went into hiding to avoid arrest or trial.
Yes, unlawfully concealing yourself or absconding to avoid testifying is a third-degree misdemeanor under Pennsylvania law.
Yes, these laws do not apply to obligations to appear related to probation, parole, or suspended sentences.
Fleeing to avoid apprehension, trial, or punishment is a third-degree felony, which carries significant criminal penalties under Pennsylvania law.