What types of factors determine whether the charge will be a felony?
The seriousness of the charge depends on the value of the property taken, the identity of the victim and the type of property taken. When the value of the property taken is more than $1,000 then the charge is usually a felony. Lesser amounts (under $1,000) can be charged as a felony if the property is taken from certain types of victims (e.g., government, vulnerable adult). The theft of certain types of property (e.g., firearms) will be charged as a felony even if the value of the firearm is less than $1,000.
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