Fight Your Pennsylvania Criminal Mischief Charge!

The crime of Criminal Mischief is defined under Pennsylvania criminal law as the act of intentionally, recklessly, or negligently damaging or defacing someone else's property.  Depending on the amount of damage involved, it can be a serious Felony offense, but any criminal charge must be taken seriously, and can have significant consequences to your life.

Pennsylvania Criminal Mischief Penalties

If the damage caused by the act of criminal mischief is in excess of $5000, then the crime is charged as a Felony in the third degree (Felony 3), which a maximum penalty of up to 7 years in prison.

If the damage caused by the act of criminal mischief is in excess of $1000, then the crime is charged as a Misdemeanor in the second degree (Misdemeanor 2), which a maximum penalty of up to 3 years in prison.

If the damage caused by the act of criminal mischief is in excess of $500, or it is a graffiti/defacement offense causing damage of over $150, then the crime is charged as a Misdemeanor in the third degree (Misdemeanor 3), which a maximum penalty of up to 3 years in prison.

Any other charge of criminal mischief would be considered a summary offense.

Please call me for a free consultation if you've been arrested or accused of criminal mischief in Pennsylvania. I will offer you some advice on what you can do, and how I would be able to help you if you choose me to represent you. There's no obligation, and my consultation is strictly confidential, even if you don't choose to hire me. Call now.