Criminal Mischief is defined by Florida Statute 806.13. It is the willful and malicious damaging of property of another. These cases often involve acts of graffiti, breaking windows, damaging vehicles or buildings, or any type of vandalism.

Criminal mischief is an enhanceable offense based upon the amount of property damage caused, if there is a prior conviction for the same offense, or the property damaged is a place of worship. The penalties for this offense are enhanced as follows:

• If the damage to property is $200 or less, it is a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable by 60 days in jail, 6 months of probation and/or a $500 fine. 
• If the damage is greater than $200 but less than $1,000, it is a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable by 1 year in jail, 12 months or probation and/or a $1,000 fine. 
• If the damage is $1,000 or greater, there is a prior conviction of criminal mischief, or the damage is to a place of worship, it is a felony of the third degree, punishable by 5 years of prison, 5 years of probation, and/or a $5,000 fine.