August 26, 2019

There are many different categories of theft crimes. To the average citizen, many of the legal terms used to define these crimes seem like they overlap or describe the same behaviors. However, each term has its own distinct definition and potential punishment guidelines. Here is a short guide to the different types of theft crimes in criminal law and the consequences if someone is convicted. Larceny/Simple Theft Although each jurisdiction may have different types of larceny, the basic elements of this theft crime remain largely the same. Larceny is defined as the unlawful taking of someone else’s property with…