(6)4.1.3 Malicious Mischief in the Third Degree: Difference between revisions
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(a) damages, defaces, or destroys the property of another; and | (a) damages, defaces, or destroys the property of another; and | ||
(b) does so without the consent of the owner or lawful possessor | (b) does so without the consent of the owner or lawful possessor. | ||
(d) | (d) For purposes of this subsection, “destruction” means any act that: | ||
For purposes of this subsection, “destruction” means any act that: | |||
* physically alters the property in a manner that diminishes its value, usefulness, or appearance; or | * physically alters the property in a manner that diminishes its value, usefulness, or appearance; or | ||
Latest revision as of 00:17, 19 December 2025
A person is guilty of Malicious Mischief in the Third Degree under this subsection if he or she willfully:
(a) damages, defaces, or destroys the property of another; and
(b) does so without the consent of the owner or lawful possessor.
(d) For purposes of this subsection, “destruction” means any act that:
- physically alters the property in a manner that diminishes its value, usefulness, or appearance; or
- renders the property temporarily or permanently unusable; or
- interferes with the normal function, operation, or access to the property; or
- causes damage requiring repair or replacement, including but not limited to breaking, scratching, defacing, tampering, or removing parts of the property.
Malicious Mischief in the Third Degree is a Misdemeanor.