Theft is defined as taking, stealing, carrying, leading or driving away the personal property of another.

It is also illegal to keep personal property that has been entrusted to a person under false pretenses.

It is not uncommon that upon conviction, a person may be required to pay back any items that were taken in addition to serving prison time and/or paying a fine.

In theft, no threat of physical force or harm is used and no deadly weapon is used. If these elements are present, a person may be charged with varying degrees of robbery.

When a person takes an item from a store or retailer without authorization and without purchasing the item, the theft is considered petty theft if the item is less than $400. If it is more than $400, it is considered grand theft.

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Related Links :
Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
California Office of Privacy Protection
Identity Theft

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