First Degree Criminal Mischief, NY Penal Law § 145.12, is among the most serious property damage offenses in New York and may involve the use of explosives or particularly dangerous conduct. Criminal Mischief in the first degree is a class B felony.
A conviction can carry substantial prison exposure and long-term consequences, including:
A conviction can result in:
- Felony record
- Significant fines
- Restitution
- State prison sentence up to 8 1/3 to 25 years
