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There are four degrees of Receiving Stolen Property and four Code Sections that define the degrees of Receiving Stolen Property. Alabama Code § 13A-8-17 (2023) defines Receiving Stolen Property in the First Degree as receiving stolen property which exceeds $2,500.00 in value. Receiving stolen property in the second degree is a Class B felony.

Alabama Code § 13A-8-18 (2023) defines Receiving Stolen Property in the Second Degree as receiving stolen property which exceeds $1,500.00 in value. It also includes receiving a stolen firearm, rifle, or shotgun, regardless of its value. Receiving stolen property in the second degree is a Class C felony.

Alabama Code § 13A-8-19 (2023) defines Receiving Stolen Property in the Third Degree as receiving stolen property which exceeds $500 in value but does not exceed $1,499.00 in value. Receiving stolen property in the third degree is a Class D felony.

Finally, Alabama Code § 13A-8-20 (2023) defines Receiving Stolen Property in the Fourth Degree as receiving stolen property which does not exceed $500 in value. Receiving stolen property in the third degree is a Class A misdemeanor.

In addition to the penalties laid out in the above referenced code sections, restitution may be ordered to be paid. Please contact our Birmingham, Alabama Receiving Stolen Property Defense Attorney at (205) 823-7233.

Understanding Alabama’s Receiving Stolen Property Law

Under Alabama law, receiving stolen property constitutes a criminal offense. This crime occurs when an individual knowingly receives, retains, or disposes of stolen property. The “knowingly” aspect of this law means that the person must be aware that the property they are receiving, retaining, or disposing of has been stolen.

Classification of Offense and Penalties

Alabama categorizes the crime of receiving stolen property into first, second, third, and fourth degrees, depending on the value of the stolen property. The punishment for each degree varies, with first-degree being the most serious offense and carrying the harshest penalties.

For a more detailed understanding of Alabama’s receiving stolen property law and how it may apply to your case, please contact our Birmingham, Alabama Receiving Stolen Property Defense Attorney at (205) 823-7233.

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