Theft

Question 1

Theft by Unlawful Taking

Answer 1

Person is guily if (movable property)

1. unlawfully takes or excersises unlawful control over movable property of another; and
2. with itnent to deprive that person of the property

Question 2

Theft by Deception

Answer 2

Deception is intentionally obtaining or withholding someone’s property by deception

Question 3

Shoplifting

Answer 3

1. ∆ takes possession of, carries away, transfers, or causes to be carried away or transferred merchandise; and
2. with the intention of depriving the merchant of the possession, use, or benefit of the merchandise without paying full retail value

Question 4

Theft of Property Lost, Mislaid, or Delivered by Mistake

Answer 4

Elements:

1. the defendant came into control of property of another;
2. he knew the property had been lost, mislaid, or delivered by mistake as to the nature or amount of the property or the identity of the recipient;
3. he failed to take reasonable measures to restore the property to the person entitled to the property; and
4. his intent was to deprive the owner of the property.

Question 5

Receiving Stolen Goods

Answer 5

1. ∆ intentionally received, retained, or disposed of movable property of another; AND
2. either:
   
   1. knew that it had been stolen; or
   2. believed that it had probably been stolen, unless
3. the property was received, retained, or disposed of with intent to restore it to the owner