Well, in Missouri, if that stolen property ends up in a pawn shop, it will cost you to get it back, with or without the authorities. Stupid rules IMO.
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This is completely wrong and was based on my wrong idea, from some years back. I wrongly assumed, yeah I know "assume", that the person speaking actually knew what he was talking about. Wrong-O. So completely ignore this absolute load of rubbish, and just consider the source. :)
You can get your goods back from a pawnbroker/pawnshop. There are quite a few hoops to jump through, but it absolutely can be done.