Abetting a felon is a criminal offense in which someone knowingly helps another person commit a crime. It is considered a form of aiding and abetting, which is the legal term for providing assistance to someone who has committed a crime. Abetting a felon can include providing money, weapons, or other resources that help the felon commit the crime. In some cases, it can also include providing moral support or encouragement. Abetting a felon is a serious crime and can result in severe penalties.