grand larceny

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Definition

Noun: - A serious category of theft involving the unlawful taking and carrying away of personal property belonging to another, where the value of the stolen property exceeds a specific monetary threshold set by law. This threshold varies significantly by jurisdiction.

Usage

The term "grand larceny" is used primarily in formal, legal contexts to classify and prosecute theft offenses based on the value of the stolen goods. It is contrasted with "petit larceny" or "petty larceny," which involves property below the statutory value.

Examples
  • The suspect was charged with grand larceny for stealing jewelry valued at over $5,000.
  • In this state, stealing any item worth more than $1,000 constitutes grand larceny.
  • The district attorney upgraded the charge from petty theft to grand larceny after the appraisal.
Advanced Usage
  • "Grand larceny in the first degree": In some legal systems, this is a further classification for theft involving property of very high value or other aggravating factors, typically carrying the most severe penalties.
    • He faced a charge of grand larceny in the first degree for the theft of the antique car collection.
Variants and Related Words
  • Larceny (n): The broader legal term for theft, encompassing both grand and petit larceny.
  • Petit Larceny / Petty Larceny (n): The unlawful taking of property below the statutory value required for grand larceny, generally a less serious offense.
  • Grand Theft (n): A term often used interchangeably with "grand larceny" in some jurisdictions, though "theft" statutes may have broader definitions.
Synonyms
  • Major theft
  • Felony theft (Note: Grand larceny is typically, but not always, classified as a felony.)
Antonyms
  • Petit larceny
  • Petty theft
  • Minor theft
Related Legal Phrases
  • "Larcenous intent": The specific intent to permanently deprive the owner of their property, which is a necessary element for a grand larceny conviction.
    • The prosecution must prove the defendant's larcenous intent.
  • "Value of the stolen property": A critical determining factor in charging grand larceny, often established through receipts, appraisals, or market value estimates.
Noun
  1. larceny of property having a value greater than some amount (the amount varies by locale)

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