Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida
You steal money then buy a house with the stolen money. The house is in your name according to county records. Can you be charged with receiving stolen property for living in or owning the house or just charged with theft/embezzlement of the money itself?
Asked on 5/11/14, 7:02 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Craig Epifanio
Craig Epifanio, P.A.
You didn't steal the house, you stole the money. So, the theft would be of the money. Of course, the house would now be subject to forfeiture.
Answered on 5/11/14, 10:27 am
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