Theft includes grand and petty theft, shoplifting, and embezzlement. Grand theft involves taking items above a certain value with the intention of depriving the owner of access. Petty theft is a lesser offense due to the value of items taken. Shoplifting can be prosecuted under theft laws and includes actions beyond taking retail merchandise. Embezzlement […]
Data theft is becoming more common due to modern technology. There are three types of data theft: pod slurping, bluesnarfing, and sneakernet. Pod slurping uses iPod-like devices to download data, while bluesnarfing steals data via Bluetooth connections. Sneakernet involves transferring data via removable storage devices. All three methods can hold large amounts of data and […]
Car theft is the stealing of a car, often through violent means, and can involve armed robbery or kidnapping. The goal is usually to sell the car or its parts on the black market. Victims may not be injured, but the experience is disturbing. Similar crimes involve hijacking trucks for their cargo. Car theft is […]
Grand theft is a theft crime that takes into account the value of the stolen property and the perpetrator’s will. The value that constitutes grand theft varies from state to state and is based on fair market value. A person cannot be convicted of grand theft if they did not intend to keep the stolen […]
A conviction for theft occurs when someone is found guilty of stealing in court. The sentence depends on the severity of the crime, the judge’s opinion, and the location. Petty theft involves small amounts, while grand theft involves larger amounts. The value of theft varies by region. Restitution is usually required. Criminal records and repeat […]
Theft and burglary are separate crimes, with burglary requiring unauthorized entry with intent to commit a crime, and theft involving unauthorized control over another’s property. Burglary can be committed without theft, and theft can be charged in various ways, including identity theft. The two crimes often overlap, but theft does not usually elevate burglary to […]
Only a few countries, including the US and Australia, have specific penalties for internet theft. Penalties can include jail time, fines, and restitution. In the US, federal penalties are uniform, but state punishments vary. The Identity Theft Protection Act of 2004 increased penalties for identity theft and fraud. Restitution is required in all states. Australia […]
Petty theft, also known as petit larceny, is a minor crime that involves stealing property of low value. Different jurisdictions have varying definitions of what constitutes petty theft, but it usually involves thefts under a certain amount of money. Petty theft can include stealing items such as ornaments, purses, wallets, backpacks, and electronics. Petty theft […]
Burglary defenses include objections to police procedures, challenges to identity proof, and specific defenses such as denying intent to commit a crime upon entering a building. The traditional definition of burglary has evolved to include any time of day and any type of building. The key element is entering a building with the intent to […]
Corporate identity theft is becoming more common, with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMBs) being targeted due to greater lines of credit. Mechanisms for theft vary by country, including submitting authentic documents to make substantial changes to an organization or creating a fake website. Prevention measures include instituting a company policy, updating security systems, and regularly […]
Grand theft is a theft where the value of the stolen items exceeds a certain amount, and can be charged as a felony or misdemeanor depending on the situation. Cars may count as grand larceny regardless of their condition. Evidence must prove the value of the stolen items for a felony charge. Robbery involves bodily […]
Art theft is the illegal removal of valuable artworks, often motivated by financial gain. It can occur during break-ins at affluent homes or involve the theft of museum collections. Art theft is often linked to illegal activities such as drug smuggling and arms deals. Looting during times of war is a tragic form of theft […]
Identity theft has been around since at least the 16th century, but with the advent of computers and the internet, new methods such as phishing and spoofing have emerged. The US Federal Trade Commission has identified it as the fastest growing crime in the US, with thefts increasing in size. The largest case of identity […]
Theft insurance, also known as crime insurance, is important for small businesses to offset the costs of damage and loss due to theft. It is often included in travel, home, or personal property insurance and requires evidence of ownership. Rates depend on crime rates and previous thefts, and insurance companies may drop clients who are […]
“Theft” refers to buying something at a heavily discounted price, often used for large items like cars or houses. Furniture stores, auctions, pawnshops, and foreclosures are good places to find steals, as well as yard sales for used goods. When something is bought at a heavily discounted price, it is often referred to as “theft”. […]
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