Misprision of a felony is a legal term referring to the failure to report knowledge of a felony crime to the appropriate authorities. While the exact definition may vary by jurisdiction, misprision generally involves concealing or failing to disclose information about a felony offense that an individual has knowledge of, without actively participating in the crime. Misprision of a felony is considered a separate offense from the felony itself and can result in criminal charges against the individual who fails to report the crime. This offense is aimed at encouraging citizens to come forward with information about serious crimes, thereby aiding law enforcement in the investigation and prosecution of criminal activity.
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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March, 2024.
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