California · Public Resources Code - PRC

PRC §41955: If the value of the stolen material is more than fifty dollars ($50), but less than nine hundred fifty dollars ($950), a violation of this part may be charged as either a misdemeanor or an infraction.

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

Theft of property valued between $50–$950 may be charged as a misdemeanor or infraction; a second violation within 12 months must be charged as a misdemeanor.

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If the value of the stolen material is more than fifty dollars ($50), but less than nine hundred fifty dollars ($950), a violation of this part may be charged as either a misdemeanor or an infraction. A violation after a second conviction within a 12-month period shall be charged as a misdemeanor punishable pursuant to Section 19 of the Penal Code.

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