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WobblerCalifornia · Penal Code § 487(c)

Grand Theft from a Person

Taking something directly off a person, like pickpocketing.

Can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

  1. 1You took property from someone's body or hands
  2. 2You meant to keep it

Possible punishment

Misdemeanor: up to 1 year jail. Felony: 16 months, 2, or 3 years.