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Can you go to jail for buying stolen property?
yes, you can. its still stolen.
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 minimum sentence for dealing in stolen property?
About the same as for the person who initially stole the property. Since you are selling known stolen property, one could face the same charges or more. See: http://pelleylawgroup.com/practice-areas/property-crimes/possession-of-stolen-property/
If you sell someone stolen property but you are not the original thief what crime is that?
The "original thief." Well, there is a concept in common law that prevents a harmless middle man engaged in a business from being liable if he/she acquires property in good faith and without knowledge of it's theft. Since you obsviously know the item is stolen, you probably shouldn't be asking questions such as this online. However, in most states, if you take property that is stolen and help the thief in selling the item, you are an accessory. You can be held accountable for this.
How long can someone go to jail for buying or receiving stolen property?
It depends on local legislation and the circumstances of the case.
What would happen if you get caught with stolen property that you bought off your friends?
You'd be arrested for receiving stolen property, but if you didn't give the cops the name of the person who stole it you'd be charged with stealing it yourself.
Could you get in trouble for unknowingly buying a stolen car and selling it 7 yrs later finding out it was stolen 2 yrs later from the guy that bought it from you?
You would not be in trouble unless there was reason to believe you knew it was stolen and participated in selling stolen property.
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.
Can you report a gun stolen from a car?
Yes, and you should report to protect yourself if that gun is used in the commission of a crime.
Have you ever unknowingly sold stolen property?
No, I have never unknowingly sold 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.
How do you go about buying a truck that has been reported stolen?
You don't. Purchasing such a vehicle could result in you being charged with receiving stolen property. If you are purchasing an abandonded previously stolen vehicle from a police auction, they will provide a clear title. Otherwise, steer clear of such transactions.
