Chaquarious Mason was booked in Madison County on Mar 5, 2026 on 3 misdemeanors, 1 violation, including Theft of Property and 3 other charges.
Charges (4)
Theft of Property
Original: Theft <$999
It is illegal to take or exercise control over someone else's property without their permission with the intent to either permanently deprive them of it or withhold it long enough to substantially reduce its value or their enjoyment of it. This applies to any item of value.
Penalty: Violation
View full statute explanationUnauthorized Use of Automobiles and Other Vehicles
Original: theft of motor vehicle
It is a Class A misdemeanor (up to 11 months 29 days jail and/or $2,500 fine) to take someone else's vehicle (car, plane, motorcycle, bike, boat, etc.) without permission, even if you only intend to use it temporarily and return it—this is commonly called "joyriding."
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Vandalism
Original: vandalism
It is illegal to intentionally damage someone else's property by destroying it, making it unusable, defacing it, or contaminating it with chemicals or toxic substances. The offense includes damaging merchandise in stores and marking or defacing government property. A violation is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months 29 days in jail and a $2,500 fine. The charge is enhanced to a Class E felony (1-6 years prison) in certain circumstances, such as for repeat offenses or especially serious property damage.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500
Possession of Burglary Tools
Original: possession of burglary tools
This statute makes it illegal to possess any tool or device (like a crowbar or lock-picking kit) when you intend to use it to commit burglary or let someone else use it for that purpose. This is a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500.
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500