receiving stolen property

receiving stolen property. The criminal offense of acquiring or controlling property known to have been stolen by another person. • Some jurisdictions require the additional element of wrongful intent. In some jurisdictions it is a felony, but in others it is either a felony or a misdemeanor depending on the value of the property. See Model Penal Code §§ 223.1, 223.

6. — Sometimes shortened to receiving. — Also termed receiving stolen goods. See FENCE(1). [Cases: Receiving Stolen Goods

1. C.J.S. Receiving or Transferring Stolen Goods and Related Offenses §§ 2, 10–12, 15–16.]

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