Minnesota Statutes 629.403 – Refusal to Aid in Making Arrest
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A person who willfully neglects or refuses to arrest another person after having been lawfully directed to do so by a judge is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Attorney's Note
Under the Minnesota Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | up to 90 days | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Minnesota Statutes 629.403
- Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
- Person: may extend and be applied to bodies politic and corporate, and to partnerships and other unincorporated associations. See Minnesota Statutes 645.44
A person who willfully neglects or refuses to aid a peace officer after being lawfully directed to aid the officer (1) in making an arrest, (2) in retaking a person who has escaped from custody, or (3) in executing a legal process is guilty of a misdemeanor.