Theft by False Pretenses / Fraud

Tricking someone with lies to get their money or property.

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 lied on purpose
2. 2The person gave you property because of the lie

Possible punishment

Same as theft: by value.