Malicious mischief refers to willful damage or destruction inflicted upon someone else’s property. In Rhode Island, these acts often involve broken windows, defaced walls, tampered security systems, or other forms of intentional property harm. Under Rhode Island General Laws § 11-44-1, even seemingly minor property damage can be treated seriously. Property damage from malicious mischief […]
Deliberate destruction of or damage to property, often referred to as vandalism, is when an individual intentionally harms, defaces, or destroys another’s physical belongings. This behavior can range from breaking windows, setting fires, or causing water-related harm inside a home or business. Whether it is graffiti on a commercial building or significant intentional structural damage […]