Receiving and concealing stolen property in Michigan carries the same value tiers as larceny: up to 93 days under $200, up to 1 year from $200 to under $1,000, up to 5 years from $1,000 to under $20,000, and up to 10 years at $20,000 or more. The charge is set by MCL 750.535.
Reviewed by Attorney Kevin Bessant, Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates. Last reviewed October 2026.
Receiving and concealing at a glance
| Under $200 | Misdemeanor: up to 93 days and a fine of up to $500 (MCL 750.535(5)) |
|---|---|
| $200 to under $1,000 | Misdemeanor: up to 1 year and a fine of up to $2,000 (MCL 750.535(4)(a)) |
| $1,000 to under $20,000 | Felony: up to 5 years and a fine of up to $10,000 (MCL 750.535(3)(a)) |
| $20,000 or more | Felony: up to 10 years and a fine of up to $15,000 (MCL 750.535(2)(a)) |
| Prior convictions | Prior convictions can raise a lower-value charge to a higher tier |
The statute allows a fine of up to 3 times the value in some tiers when that is greater. A lawyer should review which priors count in your case.
How does the case move through court?
- Arraignment in district court.
- Preliminary examination for felony charges.
- Resolution by dismissal, reduction, plea, or trial.
What matters in the defense
- Knowledge. The prosecutor must prove you knew or had reason to know the property was stolen.
- Possession. Whether the property was actually in your control.
- Value. The proven value decides the tier.
- The search. Property found in an unlawful search may be challenged.
Related pages: larceny and misdemeanor or felony offense.
Frequently asked questions
Is receiving stolen property a felony in Michigan?
It is a felony when the value is $1,000 or more, or sooner with qualifying prior convictions, under MCL 750.535.
Do I have to know the property was stolen?
Knowledge is a central issue. The prosecutor must prove you knew or had reason to know.
Talk to a Detroit stolen property attorney
Call Attorney Kevin Bessant at 313-658-8159 for a free consultation.
Legal Authority
See MCL 750.535 in the Michigan Legislature’s text. This page is general information, not legal advice.