California · Penal Code

PEN §4534: Any person who willfully assists any paroled prisoner whose parole has been revoked, any escapee, any prisoner confined in any prison or jail, or any person in the lawful custody of any officer or per

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Willfully helping a prisoner, paroled person, or escapee escape or attempt to escape from custody is a criminal offense punishable under Section 4533.

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Any person who willfully assists any paroled prisoner whose parole has been revoked, any escapee, any prisoner confined in any prison or jail, or any person in the lawful custody of any officer or person, to escape, or in an attempt to escape from such prison or jail, or custody, is punishable as provided in Section 4533.

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