How much jail time if any does receiving stolen property
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How much jail time if any does receiving stolen property
I found a gift card. I used it 45.00
found out it was stolen. Am charged
with receiving stolen property and theft
property lost ect. By mistake. Am I
looking at going to jail?
Asked on October 13, 2018 under Criminal Law, Pennsylvania
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
In PA, receiving stolen property worth less than $50 is a misdemeanor in the third degree. The penalty is up to one year in prison and up to $2500 in fines.
Don't be alarmed by these penalties because the key words here are "up to" one year and "up to" $2500 in fines. These are the maximum penalties which means you could receive lesser penalties depending on the discretion of the judge.
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