Maryland Malicious Destruction of Property Lawyer
Maryland Criminal Article §6-301 states “a person may not willfully and maliciously destroy, injure, or deface the real or personal property of another.”
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Penalty for Malicious Destruction of Property in Maryland
The penalty for Malicious Destruction depends on the value of the property that was destroyed. If the property damage is less than $1,000.00, it is a misdemeanor. On conviction, a person faces up to 60 days imprisonment and/or a fine up to $500.00.
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If the property damage is $1,000.00 or more, it is a misdemeanor. On conviction, a person faces up to 3 years imprisonment and/or a fine up to $2,500.00.
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Malicious Destruction of Property by Graffiti
In addition to the penalties above, a court can order a person convicted of causing malicious destruction by an act of graffiti to pay restitution or perform community service or both.
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If you are facing a charge of Malicious Destruction of Property in the state of Maryland, you need to contact a Maryland criminal defense attorney right away.