criminal property damage charges

A person commits Criminal Damage to property when he or she knowingly damages any property of another;

or recklessly by means of fire or explosive damages property of another; or knowingly starts a fire on the land of another, or knowingly injures a domestic animal of another or damages property with the intent to defraud insures; or shoots a fire arm at any portion of a railroad train.

Many times Criminal Damage of Property is charged in conjunction with other crimes. When you have more than one criminal charges you need our experienced and aggressive criminal defense attorneys by your side.

Penalties

Charges for Criminal Damage to Property can range from Class A Misdemeanor to a Class 4 felony depending on the amount of the property and the type of property (i.e. Property of a School or House or Worship).