What is another word for accessory after the fact?
Pronunciation: [ɐksˈɛsəɹˌi ˈaftə ðə fˈakt] (IPA) 
"Accessory after the fact" is a legal term used to describe a person who helps a perpetrator, knowing that a crime has been committed. Synonyms for this term include accomplice, confederate, go-between, abettor, and aide. These individuals can be criminally charged with aiding and abetting a crime. They may have provided transportation, shelter, or other resources to the perpetrator to help them evade police investigation or arrest. The legal consequences for being an accessory after the fact can vary depending on the seriousness of the crime committed. It is important to note that helping someone commit a crime, or covering up a crime, is illegal and can result in legal consequences for those involved.
