Phoenix Criminal Damage Attorney
Criminal Damage Lawyer - Knowles Law Firm
If you are charged with criminal damage, that means that you have allegedly:
- Recklessly defaced or damaged another's property
- Recklessly tampered with another's property (causing significant damage to function or value)
- Inscribed any sign or symbol on a public or private building without permission (graffiti)
The above are the most common causes of a criminal damage charge, though there are others. These types of crimes can be charged as a felony or misdemeanor, depending upon the dollar amount of the damage caused.
If you or someone you know has been charged with either felony or misdemeanor criminal damage, it is very important that you contact an experienced Phoenix criminal defense attorney. You could be forced to spend time in jail and you could also be facing steep fines if you are convicted.
Criminal Damage Imprisonment in Phoenix
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$10,000+ worth of damage - Class 4 Felony - up to 3.75 years in prison.
- $2,000 - $10,000 worth of damage - Class 5 Felony - up to 2.5 years in prison.
- $1,000 - $2,000 worth of damage - Class 6 Felony - up to 2 years in prison.
- $250 - $1,000 worth of damage - Class 1 Misdemeanor - Up to six months in jail.
- Less than $250 - Class 2 Misdemeanor - Up to four months in jail.
You could face the maximum punishment and maximum imprisonment if you have a previous criminal record or if the charges are termed "aggravated." It is in your best interests to speak immediately with a criminal defense attorney who has experience handling criminal damage cases successfully. The legal team at the Knowles Law Firm is highly knowledgeable in many areas of criminal law. Your attorney will work tirelessly to help you achieve the outcome that you desire.
Contact a Phoenix Criminal Damage Attorney at the Knowles Law Firm today.
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