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Vandalism 101

Vandalism 101...Why not to do it.

Vandalism 101

Ok Patchland & the World...

Question of the Day? Why do People think it’s ok to Vandalize Others? I’m only asking because, I was Vandalized again last night & it’s been an ongoing issue so I ask... People of Dormont & the World..Grow Up, Act Like Adults & Stop Touching things that aren’t Yours.  Didn’t your Mother ever Teach You any Manners? 

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It seem like Everyone needs a little refresher on What Vandalism is. So from the WWW., here is a brief break down. Read very carefully.  One wouldn’t want to end up in Jail because of this little word...

Vandalism is: a ruthless destruction or spoiling of anything beautiful or enerable & defacement directed towards any property without permission of the owner.  Actions of this kind can be described as anger or envy.

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Van·dal·ism <a noun

1.  Deliberately mischievous or malicious destruction or damage of property: vandalism of public buildings.

2. The conduct or spirit characteristic of the Vandals.

3.  Willful or ignorant destruction of artistic or literary treasures.

4.  A vandalic act.

Criminal Mischief & Vandalism may seem like petty charges, but they can ultimately cause serious issues in your life. I know that people make mistakes. Chances are you did something you now regret. Many property damage charges result from a lost temper or a youthful mistake. But….

Criminal Mischief - Laws & Penalties in Pennsylvania

Any of the following can be considered Criminal Mischief:

  • Negligently, recklessly, or intentionally damaging property of another by fire, explosives, or other dangerous means
  • Tampering with the property of another to endanger a person or property
  • Causing someone to suffer monetary loss by deception or threat
  • Defacing or damagingproperty 
  • Intentionally damaging real or personal property of another

 

The charge and potential sentence you will face depends on the value of the property that was damaged.

More than $5,000, 3rd degree Felony, Up to 7 years in prison.

$1,000-$5,000, 2nd Degree Misdemeanor, Up to 2 years in prison.

More than $500, 3rd Degree Misdemeanor, Up to 1 year in prison.

So People Think Twice, Three, OR even Four Time before YOU Decide to Vandalize Something… Your Action Hurt People. So instead of Hurting Others. Try using MANNERS & Remember…

MANNER’S = TREATING OTHERS AS YOU WOULD WANT TO BE TREATED…

IT’S AS SIMPLE AS THAT!!!

Have a Wonderful Day Everyone,

Cassie @ Cassandra's Florals

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