grand larceny

Serious stealing crime

Grand larceny is theft of property or money exceeding a certain value, as distinguished from petty larceny, which involves smaller amounts.

The threshold varies by jurisdiction but typically ranges from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars.

Grand larceny is classified as a felony, carrying more serious penalties than its lesser counterpart.

He was charged with grand larceny after stealing electronics worth over $2,500.

crime

theft

Unlawful taking of property

fraud · burglary · heist · misappropriation · extortion · forgery · racketeering · swindle · criminal offense · property crime

legal

felony charge

Accusation of serious crime

conviction · sentencing · incarceration · defendant · plea bargain · bail · trial · verdict · guilty · attorney

perpetrators

thief

One who steals

  • burglarOne who breaks in
  • embezzlerOne misappropriating entrusted funds
  • fenceBoundary structure between properties

accomplice · pickpocket · shoplifter · con artist · robber · career criminal · kleptomaniac · mastermind · getaway driver · inside man

targets

jewelry

Ornamental personal accessories

antiques · gemstones · cash · securities · heirlooms · collectibles · luxury goods · gold · silver · diamonds

Categories
Opposites
theft severity/scale

grand larcenypetty larceny

Theft of low-value items

petit larceny · petty theft · minor theft · shoplifting · pilfering

legality of acquisition

grand larcenygift

Item given freely

inheritance · donation · earned income · rightful ownership

taking vs. giving property

grand larcenyphilanthropy

Generous giving for others

endowment · charitable giving · benefaction

Family

grand, larceny, larcenist, larcenous, larcenists

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