malicious mischief

noun

1. willful destruction of personal property motivated by ill will or resentment toward its owner or possessor.

Word History and Origins

Origin of malicious mischief¹

First recorded in 1760–70

Example Sentences

Michael Phipps, 50, pleaded guilty in Pierce County Superior Court to stalking, first-degree malicious mischief, three counts of violation of a no-contact order and disclosing intimate images, The News Tribune reported.

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Milne, who is white, also was charged with first-degree malicious mischief for causing more than $100,000 worth of property damage, charging papers say.

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Those accused of misdemeanor crimes, such as malicious mischief and DUI, are booked there.

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He was charged with unlawful imprisonment and malicious mischief after an incident at the Airway Heights Walmart.

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“The jury found Bagby guilty of residential burglary, fourth degree assault, and harassment but not guilty of malicious mischief,” the court noted.

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