Vandalism

Damaging or marking up someone else's property 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, broke, or put graffiti on property.
2. 2It was not yours.
3. 3You did it on purpose.

Possible punishment

Under $400 damage: up to 1 year jail. $400+: up to 3 years.