HB 2624
Modifying the crimes of petit larceny and grand larceny
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Bill overview
This bill changes the monetary thresholds for classifying theft as petit larceny or grand larceny in West Virginia. It increases the value of goods required to be considered grand larceny, raising the threshold from $2,500 to $10,000. The bill also introduces a new, more serious crime called aggravated grand larceny for thefts of $25,000 or more, with increased penalties including longer prison sentences and higher fines.
Key provisions
- Increases the threshold for grand larceny from $2,500 to $10,000.
- Creates a new crime of aggravated grand larceny for thefts of $25,000 or more.
- Increases the maximum prison sentence for grand larceny.
- Increases the maximum fine for grand larceny.
- Increases the maximum fine for aggravated grand larceny.
- Reforms the monetary amounts constituting petit larceny and grand larceny.
Who is affected
- Individuals accused of theft
- The judicial system
- Law enforcement
- Potential victims of theft
Notable changes
- Eliminates the alternative sentencing of one year for grand larceny.
- Increases the maximum fine for grand larceny and aggravated grand larceny.
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Primary sponsor
Steele
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