Problem
Receiving stolen property
Other Names:
Possession and fencing of stolen property Nature:
Possession of stolen goods is a crime in which an individual has bought, been given, or acquired stolen goods.
In many jurisdictions, if an individual has accepted possession of goods (or property) and knew they were stolen, then the individual may be charged with a crime, depending on the value of the stolen goods, and the goods are returned to the original owner. If the individual did not know the goods were stolen, then the goods are returned to the owner and the individual is not prosecuted. However, it can be difficult to prove or disprove a suspect's knowledge that the goods were stolen.
Broader Problems:
TheftCriminal harm to propertyAiding consummation of crime Subject(s):
Commerce → Property??Societal Problems → Crime??
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
18.04.2019 – 14:17 CEST