Damaging Phone Lines

Cutting or damaging phone or power lines on purpose.

Can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

1. 1You damaged a phone, cable, or power line
2. 2You did it on purpose

Possible punishment

Misdemeanor: up to 1 year jail. Felony: 16 months, 2, or 3 years.