Hehlerei

receiving stolen goods; fencing

noun hey-le-RYE Rare

Usage Note

Hehlerei (§259 StGB) is committed by anyone who knowingly acquires, sells, or assists in concealing stolen property; the perpetrator is a Hehler. The crime requires knowledge that the goods are stolen.

Examples

"Er wurde wegen gewerbsmäßiger Hehlerei zu zwei Jahren auf Bewährung verurteilt."

Natural Translation

He was convicted of commercial fencing and sentenced to two years on probation.

Literal Translation

He was because-of commercial fencing to two years on probation sentenced.

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