Florida criminal charge
Dealing in stolen property in Florida
Dealing in stolen property is a criminal offense under Florida law, defined by Fla. Stat. § 812.019. Its classification is not fixed: Florida assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by Fla. Stat. § 812.019.
What is the penalty for dealing in stolen property in Florida?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 15 years (Trafficking in stolen property — A person traffics in, or endeavors to traffic in, property that he or she knows or should know was stolen.) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (Trafficking in stolen property — A person traffics in, or endeavors to traffic in, property that he or she knows or should know was stolen.; or up to double the pecuniary gain/loss (s. 775.083(1)(f)); statutes may authorize higher (s. 775.083(1)(g))) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Jail / prison | up to 30 years (Organizing/directing theft and trafficking in stolen property — A person initiates, organizes, plans, finances, directs, manages, or supervises the theft of property and traffics in such stolen property.; when specifically provided by statute, a term of years not exceeding life imprisonment (s. 775.082(3)(b)1.)) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (Organizing/directing theft and trafficking in stolen property — A person initiates, organizes, plans, finances, directs, manages, or supervises the theft of property and traffics in such stolen property.; or up to double the pecuniary gain/loss (s. 775.083(1)(f)); statutes may authorize higher (s. 775.083(1)(g))) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
Applies to current (2025 Florida Statutes).
How is dealing in stolen property classified in Florida?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trafficking in stolen property | Felony of the Second Degree | A person traffics in, or endeavors to traffic in, property that he or she knows or should know was stolen. | Fla. Stat. § 812.019(1) |
| Organizing/directing theft and trafficking in stolen property | Felony of the First Degree | A person initiates, organizes, plans, finances, directs, manages, or supervises the theft of property and traffics in such stolen property. | Fla. Stat. § 812.019(2) |
Common questions about dealing in stolen property in Florida
Is dealing in stolen property a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?
It depends on the circumstances: dealing in stolen property ranges from a Felony of the Second Degree to a Felony of the First Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 812.019.
Trafficking in stolen property: Felony of the Second Degree (Fla. Stat. § 812.019(1)) · Organizing/directing theft and trafficking in stolen property: Felony of the First Degree (Fla. Stat. § 812.019(2))
What are the penalties for dealing in stolen property in Florida?
Penalties for dealing in stolen property in Florida depend on how it is classified — from a Felony of the Second Degree up to a Felony of the First Degree — with the ranges set by Fla. Stat. § 775.082; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which Florida statute covers dealing in stolen property?
Dealing in stolen property is governed by Fla. Stat. § 812.019 (Dealing in stolen property).
Legal terms used in this law
This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.