Receiving Stolen Property

Buying, keeping, or hiding things you know were stolen.

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 bought, got, kept, or hid property.
2. 2The property was stolen.
3. 3You knew it was stolen.

Possible punishment

$950 or less: up to 1 year jail. Over $950: up to 3 years.