California · Penal Code
PEN §487: Grand theft is theft committed in any of the following cases: (a) When the money, labor, real property, or personal property taken is of a value exceeding nine hundred fifty dollars ($950), except as
What this law says, in plain English
Grand theft is theft of property exceeding $950 in value, or theft of specific items like farm crops, vehicles, or firearms regardless of value. Theft from an employer aggregating $950+ in 12 months also constitutes grand theft.
Subsections
PEN §487(a) — Grand theft
Grand theft is committed when the money, labor, or real or personal property taken is of a value exceeding $950. Grand theft is a wobbler — can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony depending on the value and circumstances.
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