Petit Larceny

Petit larceny in Tulsa, also sometimes known as “petty theft”, is a misdemeanor. This crime is committed when a person takes property, other than from the person of another, the value of which does not exceed $1,000. To learn more about the penalties for petty theft in Oklahoma, read on. Otherwise feel free to consult our blog for more legal information. 

Punishment For Petit Larceny From a Retailer in Tulsa

Okla. Stat. tit. 21 § 1704
Okla. Stat. tit. 21 § 1706

Petit Larceny is a misdemeanor punishable by up to six (6) months imprisonment in the county jail and/or a fine between $10.00 and $500.

Title 21. Crimes and Punishments for Larceny from a retailer
Chapter 68 – Larceny Section 1704 – Grand Larceny and Petit Larceny – Definitions

Grand larceny is larceny committed in either of the following cases:

1. When the property taken is of a value of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) or greater; or

2. When such property, although not of a value of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) or greater, is taken from the person of another.

Larceny in other cases is petit larceny.

Title 21. Crimes and Punishments
Chapter 68 – Larceny
Section 1706 – Petit Larceny – Punishment

This crime shall be punishable by a fine of not less than Ten Dollars ($10.00) or more than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), or imprisonment in the county jail not to six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment, at the discretion of the court.

Tulsa Larceny Lawyers Near You

As you can see, an accusation of petit larceny, or petty theft, is a big deal. If you’re charged with any sort of theft crime in Oklahoma, you’ll need legal counsel. Even more so you want a qualified criminal defense attorney. Look no further. Our criminal defense attorneys have been helping those in the Oklahoma area with their criminal charges for decades now.  Call us today for a free consultation.