Chapter 25- Larceny Flashcards
Three ways to engage in a larceny
Stealing
False Pretense
Embezzlement
Larceny by Stealing elements
Take and carry away, property of another, intent to permanently deprive
Larceny false pretense elements
Knowingly make false statement
- person relies on the false statement
-provides property or money based on statement
Larceny Embezzlement elements
Entrusted with property of another
- took, hid, converted to own
- with intent to permanently deprive
What is one element that is not included in false pretenses
no intent to permanently deprive needed
Three felonies for larceny
Firearm, over $1200, Trade Secret
ROA for all larcenies
up to $250 - in presence
over $250- WPC
Over $1200- Felony
Larceny against someone who is 60 or older or disabled ROA
over $250 is a felony
Is the value of an item an element of the crime?
No only provides arrest power, you dont need to prove actual value
Larceny by single scheme what do you consider when charging
The amount stolen throughout the scheme
Thefts that are no larcenies
Intellectual theft (plagarism)
- Using property or services without paying
Is using a landfill without paying larceny
No
Contractors not paying a subcontractor for work, larceny?
No
For larceny of property what must you prove
The property belongs to another, do not need to prove who it belongs to
One defense for larceny
Honestly believing you have a right to the property
What does mental ability have to do with larceny
Larceny occurs when person does not have the mental capacity to consent
What is the lowest threshold for larceny to occur
temporary custody of an item counts as larceny
Throwing clothes in a dumpster proves
intent to permanently deprive
Taking property with the intent to return it as a reward - good or no
Good- larceny
Stealing a container or truck means you steal the items located inside -
True
What is the heart of larceny by false pretenses
The lying - FALSE FACT IS KEY
A promise to complete a task is not larceny unless
You can prove the person never intended to do it