Uniform Code of Military Justice
Article 232. Accessory After the Fact.
(a) A person subject to this Code is guilty as an accessory after the fact when—
(i) another person has committed an offense under this Code;
(ii) the accused knows that the offense was committed; and
(iii) with intent to hinder or prevent apprehension, investigation, trial, punishment, or lawful disciplinary action, the accused knowingly assists the offender.
(b) Assistance may include concealment, transportation, destruction or suppression of evidence, provision of a false alibi, evasion assistance, or other material aid intended to hinder lawful accountability.
(c) Lawful legal representation, privileged communication, ordinary family contact, or refusal to volunteer assistance where no legal duty exists does not constitute an offense.
(d) A person guilty under this Article shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.