Crimes Against Property Burning Breaking And Taking Stuff
Vandalism: Intending to damage property
Larceny Taking someone's property with the intent
to steal. Taking someone’s bike from a bike rack. Shoplifting and Concealment Keeping something that you found IF it is
identifiable. Grand Larceny (felony): $100 or more Petty Larceny – (misdemeanor) less than
$100
Embezzlement A church treasurer who takes money
from the church A CEO who takes money from his
company.
Robbery Theft of property from a person WITH
The act or threat of harm
Armed Robbery adds the element of a weapon or perceived weapon.
Burglary Entering a building without
permission with the INTENT to commit a crime.
The penalties are worse for burglaries…
That take place at night. Of inhabited dwellings. In which the burglar is armed.
Arson Burning property with intent and malice.
Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle
Joyriding (misdemeanor) is when intent is temporary use
Grand Theft Auto (felony) has the intent of permanent use.
Extortion (blackmail) The threat of future harm in order to
obtain someone’s stuff.
Forgery To make or change a document with
the intent to fool.
Receiving Stolen Property This is a crime if you knew or should
have known that the property was stolen
Felony: $100 or more Misdemeanor: less than $100