A person commits an offense if he unlawfully appropriates property with intent to deprive the owner of the property.
Appropriation of property is unlawful if:
- It is without the owner’s effective consent; or
- The property is stolen, and the actor appropriates it, knowing it is stolen; or
The level of offense is generally determined by the value of the property.
Property having a value of less than $50.00 is generally a Class C misdemeanor. Property having a value of $50.00 to $500.00 is generally a Class B misdemeanor.
Property having a value of $500.00 to $1,500 is generally a Class A misdemeanor.
Property valued over $1,500.00 is a felony level offense. The degree of the felony depends on the value of the property.
A person’s criminal history can also determine the level of the offense. For example a prior theft conviction, could turn a Class C misdemeanor into a Class B.
A personal relationship with the rightful owner, and the nature of the property can also change the classification of the offense.
If you have any questions about this offense or to find out more about Chad E. Jones, please contact us.
A person commits an offense if he unlawfully appropriates property with intent to deprive the owner of the property.
Appropriation of property is unlawful if:
- It is without the owner’s effective consent; or
- The property is stolen, and the actor appropriates it, knowing it is stolen; or
The level of offense is generally determined by the value of the property.
Property having a value of less than $50.00 is generally a Class C misdemeanor. Property having a value of $50.00 to $500.00 is generally a Class B misdemeanor.
Property having a value of $500.00 to $1,500 is generally a Class A misdemeanor.
Property valued over $1,500.00 is a felony level offense. The degree of the felony depends on the value of the property.
A person’s criminal history can also determine the level of the offense. For example a prior theft conviction, could turn a Class C misdemeanor into a Class B.
A personal relationship with the rightful owner, and the nature of the property can also change the classification of the offense.
If you have any questions about this offense or to find out more about Chad E. Jones, please contact us.