It all depends on what the statute calls for in your particular state, and what the dollar mount of the stolen item(s) is.
"Theft" is the unlawful taking of something that does not belong to you, regardless of its intrinsic value. Theft of even a shoelace is unlawful.
Taking something without the proper authority to do so. As in stealing or theft.
In Indiana, a Class D felony for theft indicates a serious offense involving the unlawful taking of someone else's property, valued between $750 and $50,000. A Class D felony can result in a sentence of six months to three years in prison and fines up to $10,000. Factors such as prior criminal history or specific circumstances of the theft may influence sentencing. Overall, it carries significant legal consequences that can impact an individual's future.
In Florida, grand theft is defined as the unlawful taking of someone else's property valued at $750 or more. It can also involve the theft of certain items regardless of their value, such as firearms, motor vehicles, and certain types of livestock. Grand theft is classified as a third-degree felony, but it can escalate to a second-degree felony if the value of the stolen property is between $20,000 and $100,000, or if it involves certain aggravating factors. Penalties can include significant fines and imprisonment.
Unlawful POSSESSION of it is.
The unlawful taking away of another's property is commonly referred to as theft or larceny. It involves the intentional act of taking someone else's belongings without their consent, with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of it. This act is considered a crime and is punishable by law. Theft can encompass various forms, including burglary, shoplifting, and embezzlement.
Grand theft auto is simply a type of felony theft.
Felony.
no
No, misdemeanor.
Misdemeanor.
It certainly might be. FELONY theft especially.