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If you sell someone stolen property but you are not the original thief what crime is that?
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∙ 16y ago
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.
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∙ 16y ago
If you sell someone stolen property that you did not steal yourself, you could be charged with the crime of receiving stolen property, which involves knowingly accepting, buying, or selling stolen goods. This offense can be prosecuted as a felony or a misdemeanor depending on the value of the stolen property and the laws of the jurisdiction where the crime occurred.
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What is Attempted RSP in felony law terms?
Attempted RSP refers to the crime of attempting to commit the offense of Robbery, Sexual assault, or Property Crime. It involves taking a substantial step towards committing the crime but ultimately not completing it.
What is a criminal law that defines the crime provides for it's punishment?
One example is theft, which is defined as the unlawful taking of someone else's property with the intent to permanently deprive them of it. The punishment for theft can vary depending on the value of the stolen property and other circumstances, but it typically involves fines, probation, or imprisonment.
What happens when you get caught with stolen property?
If you are caught with stolen property, you could be charged with a crime such as theft or possession of stolen property. The consequences may include fines, restitution to the victim, and potential jail time, depending on the value of the stolen items and the laws in your jurisdiction. It is important to seek legal advice if you are facing such charges.
What is the charge for stolen license plates?
The charge for stolen license plates can vary depending on the specific circumstances and jurisdiction. In general, it is considered a serious crime as it involves theft and potential misuse of someone else's property. Penalties may range from fines to potential jail time, especially if the stolen plates are used in the commission of another crime. Consult with local law enforcement or legal resources for accurate information relevant to a specific situation.
Is forcible detainer a crime in California?
Forcible detainer is not classified as a crime in California. It is a civil matter related to the unlawful possession or occupation of property. It involves a legal process to regain possession of property from someone unlawfully occupying it.
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."
What happens if Im charged with receiving stolen propery while being on probation?
That depends on if you are convicted. If convicted you will go to prison, serve your sentence for the stolen property as well as finishing your total sentence for the original crime.
How can you beat a stolen property charge?
By not doing the crime is probably the best method.
As a passenenger in a vehilce can I be charged with receiving stolen property for the stolen property found in the trunk of the vehicle I was riding?
No, although it would be a "stretch" for authorities they might be able to charge the passenger as an accessory to a crime if the person knew about the theft and the stolen property being transported in the vehicle they were riding in. Receiving stolen property means the person accepting the items was aware of the fact that those items were not the lawful property of the presenter and were obtained during the commission of a crime.
What is a Receiver of stolen property?
ADDED: It is one who knowingly "comes into the possession of," purchases, holds, or "receives" property which they know to be stolen. They can be charged as "accessories' to the crime but R.S.P. is usually chargeable under its own statute as a separate offense An accessory after the fact?
Is stolen property a motion to suppress?
I think the questioner may be confused in asking their question. Stolen property is "Fruits of the Crime." A"Motion to Suppress" is a legal motion made to a judge to have something prevented from being introduced at trial. There COULD be a motion made to suppress the introduction of stolen property. (???)
Is receiving 3000 in stolen property in NJ a felony?
Yes, that dollar amount would constitute a felony crime.
Are you stealing if you told someone else to steal and then return the item?
Although you did not actually commit the crime yourself, you DID conspire to commit the crime, and then after the crime was committed by someone else, you did Receive Stolen Propertywhich itself is an offense. The fact that you gave it back, is immaterial - you conspired to have it stolen and deprive the rightful owner of it.
Is receiving stolen property in NJ a felony?
Yes. People who "receive stolen property" and then re-sell it are commonly known as "fences," but the charge could also apply to persons who knowingly purchase property they know is stolen, for their own use. The value of the porperty MAY have a bearing on whether the crime is charged as a felony or a misdemeanor.
What is the crime of possessing of stolen goods?
Briefly, is it stolen, and do you have it? A Yes answer to these questions probably means you are in possession of stolen property. There is usually a mens rea (guilty mind) element of the crime. You usually have to know or have a reasonable expectation that it is stolen. For example, if you "buy" a 2008 Escalade for four crack rocks you should have a reasonable expectation that it is stolen. On the other hand, if you paid $30,000 for it and got a title (albeit a forgery) you would not knowingly be in possession of a stolen vehicle.
What recourse do you have if you unknowingly purchase stolen property?
Absolutely not. Recovered stolen property is returned to the rightful owner. If a reasonable person knows, or has reason to know, that property that has come into their possession, through gift or purchase, is potentially stolen, and that person maintains that property, they are guilty of possession of stolen property. This means that if your friend sells you a $2000.00 stereo for $100.00 (which is obviously a deal too good to be true) and you keep the property believing that it may be stolen, you could be charged with a crime. You should also keep in mind that you can say that you didn't believe that the property was stolen when you kept it; however, if a jury of twelve people think that you should have had enough common sense to know the property was stolen, you could still be convicted.
Is it a crime for you to buy stolen property if you did not know it was stolen?
Yes, you definitely could. And after you get arrested for receiving stolen property, you will have to produce evidence or a believable explanation why you didn't know it was stolen when you bought it. If someone offers you a deal that sounds too good to be true. . . BELIEVE IT. . . it usually IS. -------------------------- Really? I think you got it backwards your accuser has to prove you DID know it was stolen. In America it is innocent until proven guilty. Or that is the way it is supposed to be at least. Offer to take a polygraph test and tell the authorities who sold it to you. Then after you are found innocent celebrate by you and a couple of your friends paying a visit to your accusers house and beat them over the head with a baseball bat For lying about you. Okay you may get in trouble for the baseball bat part but are there any lawyers out there that can tell me if I am right about the first part?
