Theft Crimes – Petty Theft – California Penal Code 484-490
There are many types of theft crimes. The specific type of theft crime often depends on how the theft occurred and the value of the stolen goods.
Theft by larceny, under California Penal Code 484, is when you are accused of taking someone else’s property without the owner’s consent. Your also must have had the intent to take the property for a significant amount of time.
A theft crime can be considered petty theft or grand theft. Grand theft is generally charged when the value of the property exceeds $950.00. Petty theft is generally charged when the value of the property is $950.00 or lower.
If convicted of petty theft, you can face up to six months in jail and a $1,000.00 fine on top of additional court fees.
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