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Unlike "petty theft" (which is generally under $950), grand theft is a "wobbler" offense, meaning it can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the circumstances, the defendant’s criminal record, and the value of the property.

Can result in 16 months to 3 years in county jail, along with fines up to $10,000. 6BFEBD88-8241-487C-87CC-BF4CA3D9DED7.png

Under California law, Grand Theft is the unlawful taking of another person’s property, money, or labor valued over $950, or specific types of property (like automobiles or firearms) regardless of value. Unlike "petty theft" (which is generally under $950),

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A specific sub-section, 487(d)(1) PC, dictates that stealing an automobile is grand theft, regardless of its value. Potential Penalties: Paper Topic: A specific sub-section, 487(d)(1) PC, dictates

The owner of the property gave permission for the defendant to take it.

The defendant was not the person who committed the theft.