Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

Charged With Criminal Possession of Stolen Property?

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Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in New York State

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property involves knowingly possessing stolen goods with the intent to benefit from them or to impede their recovery by the rightful owner. The severity of the charge depends on the value of the stolen property.

Degrees of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fifth Degree (Penal Law § 165.40)

– Class A misdemeanor
– Property value up to $1,000
– Up to 1 year in jail and/or a fine up to $1,000

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fourth Degree (Penal Law § 165.45)

– Class E felony
– Property value between $1,000 and $3,000
– Up to 4 years in prison

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Third Degree (Penal Law § 165.50)

– Class D felony
– Property value between $3,000 and $50,000
– Up to 7 years in prison

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Second Degree (Penal Law § 165.52)

– Class C felony
– Property value between $50,000 and $1,000,000
– Up to 15 years in prison

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the First Degree (Penal Law § 165.54)

– Class B felony
– Property value exceeding $1,000,000
– Up to 25 years in prison