Legal Terms– Harbouring
To hide or shelter a criminal, fugitive, or suspect to help them evade arrest or prosecution.
Harbouring typically constitutes the offence of obstructing justice or impeding apprehension.
For instance, if a person knowingly provides refuge to someone wanted for a crime, they may face prosecution even if they did not participate in the original offence.
This principle extends to terrorism laws and immigration offences, where knowingly harbouring illegal entrants or terrorists can lead to severe penalties.