South Carolina RECEIPT OF STOLEN PROPERTY is a criminal offense that involves the knowingly receiving, buying, or possessing of stolen property. This offense is classified as a felony in the state of South Carolina and can be punished with a prison sentence of up to 10 years and/or a fine of up to $25,000. The two types of South Carolina Receipt of Stolen Property are as follows: 1. Receiving Stolen Property: This involves a person knowingly receiving, buying, or possessing stolen property without the intent to return it to its rightful owner. 2. Possession of Stolen Property: This involves a person knowingly possessing stolen property, without the intent to return it to its rightful owner. In order to be convicted of South Carolina Receipt of Stolen Property, the prosecution must prove that the defendant knew or should have known that the property was stolen, and that they had the intent to keep or dispose of the property.