What is the penalty for stealing a street sign?
Stealing any kind of sign is a serious offense. While this theft could pass as a misdemeanor in some cases, if the missing road sign causes a serious accident, then you could face more serious charges.MisdemeanorStealing street signs typically falls under the categories of petty larceny and theft, which are misdemeanors in most states. Misdemeanors are defined simply as offenses that are much more serious than an infraction, but not as serious as a felony.Penalties for MisdemeanorsPenalties for misdemeanors are a sentence of one year or less. A fine of up to $500 is usually tagged with this sentence, according to the American Bar Association. The severities of penalties are based on state laws.FelonyThe same offense may be viewed as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the degree or the consequence of the offense.
