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  2. In New York, there are "Theft crimes" (with robbery and larceny being types of theft).The taking of an automobile is just a larceny. However, over $1,000 in value makes it a grand larceny. The bottom line is "Grand theft, auto" is a slang term that refers to the statutory crime of grand theft where there are specific provisions for the theft of ...

  3. What's so Grand about Grand Theft Auto? - Law Stack Exchange

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    53. Grand theft, a term which is used in some jurisdictions, is "big theft". It is defined in California in terms of what and how much you steal, for instance "over $950" except over $250 for domestic fowl (and other things). It also includes any auto theft. Otherwise, it is known as petty theft ("small theft": the terms derive from French and ...

  4. Renting a vehicle and grand theft auto - Law Stack Exchange

    law.stackexchange.com/questions/95772/renting-a-vehicle-and-grand-theft-auto

    In Colorado, the relevant statute states: (1) A person commits theft when he or she knowingly . . . retains, or exercises control over anything of value of another without authorization . . . and: . . . (e) Knowingly retains the thing of value more than seventy-two hours after the agreed-upon time of return in any lease or hire agreement [.]

  5. When Does A Vehicle in Repossession Status Become GTA?

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    In the usual case, the creditor has a secured interest noted on the title and can proceed to peaceful repossession of the vehicle, and the repossession is fully lawful. If the interest is not noted on the title, the creditor is supposed to first go through a court process before getting a court order. Also, the creditor cannot take the vehicle ...

  6. What is the distinction between theft and fraud?

    law.stackexchange.com/questions/105767/what-is-the-distinction-between-theft...

    In many cases fraud will also be theft. Prosecutors should bear in mind: Theft carries a lower maximum sentence; The actus reus requirement for fraud is far less; The credit/debit status of any bank accounts debited is irrelevant to the Fraud Act offences. All that is in issue is the Defendant's right to use the account;

  7. united states - For what causes can a judge dismiss a juror? E.g....

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    For these cases, the jury must first determine if the accused is guilty of a crime that could carry a capitol offense, then must determine if the aggravating factors in that crime warrant the use of the death penalty (was the prosecution able to prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that the aggravating circumstances occurred.) and make a ...

  8. What happens if a prosecutor refuses to file charges?

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    4. The question reads: I gather from the answer to the linked question that what happens in principle is that the police would investigate, and the local prosecutor would file charges against Alice. This is not correct even in principle. At least in the united-states, the local prosecutor might or might not file charges.

  9. Is it theft if someone picks up a dropped wallet and keeps it?

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    1. It depends on your exact location. In California, it is legal to pick up lost property on the street. As the finder, you have to make a reasonable effort to return it to the owner. That will involve contacting the police and telling them. If even with all your efforts you can't find the owner, then you can keep the property after six months.

  10. Why is Software Piracy Considered Theft? - Law Stack Exchange

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    It isn’t theft. Theft requires depriving the legal owner of possession permanently. In concept it’s closer to fraud than theft, however, copyright violation is its own crime - neither theft nor fraud. In casual usage, you can call it theft if you like - or pomegranate, or Howard. Whatever gets your point across.

  11. Newest 'theft' Questions - Law Stack Exchange

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    Renting a vehicle and grand theft auto Let's say hypothetically someone rents a vehicle to another person. They sign a contract and the other individual agrees to pay $300 to the person at the start of every month.