Petit Larceny New York: What It Means, Penalties, and What the State Must Prove
1. What the law prohibits:
This law makes it illegal to steal property that belongs to someone else. It applies when the value of the property is less than $1,000.
2. What the penalties are if someone is convicted:
Petit larceny is a class A misdemeanor.
A person can face:
- Up to 1 year in jail
- A fine of up to $1,000
- Possible probation
- A permanent criminal record, which can affect jobs and housing
3. What the state has to prove to convict someone (the elements of the offense):
To convict someone of petit larceny, the state must prove:
- The person took property
- The property belonged to someone else
- The person intended to permanently keep it (not borrow it)
The value of the property was less than $1,000
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