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Criminal Damage to Property in Olathe

Understanding Criminal Damage to Property Charges

While most people associate domestic violence with the intentional harm of a person within a family, or the use of threats to install fear of potential physical harm, there is often a much more diverse application of the law. In fact, domestic violence does not have to include physical injuries to another person, but instead can be the damage to a person's property. When this happens, it can lead to what is known as charges of criminal damage to property. If you find yourself facing a crime such as this, you should not hesitate to contact a knowledgeable Olathe criminal attorney as soon as possible.

This crime is defined in Kansas as the intentional action of damaging, mutilating and defacing of another person's property with means other than fire and explosives without the expressed consent of the other person. It often includes times where damage is done with the intentions to defraud or. In cases where the damage incurred has value of less than $1,000, the crime is considered a misdemeanor, which carries with it imprisonment terms up to six months. If the damage is valued over $1,000, but less than $25,000, it is a severity level 9 nonperson felony and can be punishable by five to seven years in prison. Damage valued over $25,000 is a severity level 7 nonperson felony and can have penalties anywhere from 11 to 13 years spent in prison.

Experienced Olathe Criminal Lawyer -- Defending Your Rights

If you have recently been charged with criminal damage to property in Johnson County, then you are well aware of the severity of the ramifications of such a crime. I, John Harvell, understand the need for aggressive legal defense in times like this, and have devoted my practice to protecting those accused of such crimes. No matter your specific situation, and no matter how daunting it may appear, you can be confident that if you work with me that I will do everything in my power to provide you with comprehensive guidance.

Do not hesitate to contact an Olathe criminal attorney today if you have been charged with criminal damage to property.

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