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Typically it is the monetary amount of what is stolen. In many states, the dividing line is above or under $500-this makes theft grand theft or petty theft.

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Felony theft and misdemeanor theft in Illinois?

In many states the difference between felony and misdemeanor theft is whether the theft was above or under $500.


Is grand theft a felony or misd?

The word "grand" tells the tale - it is a felony offense. If it was a misdemeanor, it would be "petit" theft. It is the dollar amount of the stolen item(s) that makes the difference, and that is set by the wording of the statute.


Are felony theft and Grand Theft Auto the same?

Grand theft auto is simply a type of felony theft.


Is felony theft a extradition crime?

It certainly might be. FELONY theft especially.


When does it become a felony when you steal money from employer?

As soon as you take the money, theft is always illegal. The difference between a felony and misdemeanor for theft/embezzlement is set by state law, and is normally dependent on the dollar amount.


Is identity theft a felony?

Identity theft is a felony in all states. It is considered a Class C felony.


Theft of a gun is it a misdemenor or felony?

Felony


Is felony theft the same as Grand Theft Auto yes or no?

no grand theft auto is just stealing cars, but felony theft is stealing anything.


If you steal a motorized scooter from walmart is it a felony and jail time?

The difference between felony and misdemeanor for theft/shoplifting varies state to state and is usually at a set dollar amount for the value of the property. Theft is punishable by jail time.


In Florida what is the minimum dollar amount on felony theft?

Felony Theft in Florida is $300.00, Felony Theft Level varies by state, in Texas, the dollar amount is $1500.00, in Wisconsin, it is $2500.00


Is theft scheming a felony?

If the theft itself rose to a felony level, then so would the conspiracy charge. If not, no.


What are theft's?

The dollar amount for felony theft can vary state-to-state. Any theft that exceeds the dollar amount that the law sets as a threshhold would be considered a felony theft.

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