Oregon Statutes 359.240 – Secreting, withholding or appropriating art work or sale proceeds; penalty
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(1) It is unlawful for a consignee willfully and knowingly to secrete, withhold or appropriate a work of fine art or the proceeds from the sale of a work of fine art for the consignee’s own use or the use of any person other than the consignor, except pursuant to a bona fide sale or as otherwise consistent with the terms of consignment.
Attorney's Note
Under the Oregon Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $125,000 |
Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 359.240
- Person: includes individuals, corporations, associations, firms, partnerships, limited liability companies and joint stock companies. See Oregon Statutes 174.100
(2) Violation of this section is a Class C felony. [1981 c.410 § 9; 2011 c.230 § 7]