As for fencing, If you purchase the stolen item from a
_real_ shop and have proof of purchase you are safe.

It's the law, I didn't make it :-) 

>They most likely haven't had a need for
>serious criminal laws.

eh ? We have our some serious crimes over here too.
I am stating facts in my posts, where as you seem to like
posting _most likely_  and things like
_mandarake_had_to_know.

Please if you have facts, Post them. If you don't then
don't post.