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How long can someone go to jail for buying or receiving stolen property?
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∙ 12y ago
It depends on local legislation and the circumstances of the case.
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What does dealing in stolen property mean?
Someone is dealing in stolen property by buying or selling property they know to have been obtained unlawfully.
What is the difference between Possession of Stolen Property and Receiving Stolen Property?
Possession means that you have the property, chances are you knew it was stolen. Receiving Stolen Property means that you got it and you knew it was stolen. Typically this would be the person that bought it from a thief.
What is pc496a?
receiving stolen property
Can you be charged with receiving stolen property if you get caught pawning that property?
Yes Whether or not you actually took the property from the owner, you accepted the goods from someone in order to be in a position to pawn them. You are in receipt of that property and therefore liable to answer the charge. Even if you did not know the property was stolen.
What are the rationales in receiving stolen property?
"Rationales?" How about GREED.
Can you go to jail for buying stolen property?
yes, you can. its still stolen.
Can you sue for malicious prosecution after beating the charges of receiving stolen property for stolen property found in the trunk of someone else's vehicle pertaining to lack of probable cause?
I would say yes because what if the person who received the property did not know it was stolen? Would you want to be able to contest something against you if you knew it wasn't true? I know I would, so just think about it. If you got wrongfully charged with receiving stolen property and you didn't know the property was stolen when you received it, wouldn't you want to be able to contest the charge??
Why are you being charged with receiving stolen property with no property?
Not enough information to answer the question. MY GUESS would be that law enforcement can PROVE that you DID once have the stolen property in your possession.
How much time can you get for buying or receiving stolen goods?
It varies from state to state.
What does possession of proceeds of crime mean?
You were found to be in possession of stolen property. It's also known in other jurisictions as "Receiving Stolen Property."
Does double jeopardy apply to buying stolen merchandise?
Double Jeapordy applies to any and all crimes. Are you sure you understand the meaning of it? You can be charged with separate charges of Receiving Stolen Property as many times as you purchase stolen items - even from the same person.
What is the penalty for receiving stolen property in the state of new jersey?
It depends upon the value of the property.
