According to section 1(1) of the Act, ‘A person who – without lawful excuse – destroys or damages any property belonging to another, intending to destroy or damage any such property or being reckless as to whether any such property would be destroyed or damaged shall be guilty of an offence.’ This is criminal damage according to English law and applies to any tangible property.

What should I have been accused of committing Criminal Damage?

If you are accused of committing the offence of criminal damage, it is essential that you seek the advice of an expert solicitor as soon as you are able to do so. Specialist legal advice is critical to the overall outcome of your case and may determine the sentence or penalty received.