Theft & Property
Grand Larceny
Grand larceny is one of those charges that catches people off guard. You may not have thought of what you did as "grand larceny" — but in New York, stealing anything valued at $1,000 or more is a felony. And at higher dollar amounts, the felony becomes more serious with the potential for significant prison time.
Whether you are facing a charge involving a few thousand dollars or a large amount, the most important thing right now is understanding exactly what you are charged with, what the realistic outcomes are, and what a defense looks like in your specific case.
Grand Larceny in New York — The Classifications
Grand larceny is governed by New York Penal Law §§ 155.30–155.42.
Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree (§ 155.30): Property valued at more than $1,000. Class E felony. Up to 4 years in prison.
Grand Larceny in the Third Degree (§ 155.35): Property valued at more than $3,000. Class D felony. Up to 7 years in prison.
Grand Larceny in the Second Degree (§ 155.40): Property valued at more than $50,000. Class C felony. Up to 15 years in prison.
Grand Larceny in the First Degree (§ 155.42): Property valued at more than $1,000,000. Class B felony. Up to 25 years in prison.
Grand larceny also applies regardless of dollar amount when the property stolen is: a firearm; a vehicle; public records; credit cards; or property taken directly from a person.
How These Cases Are Defended
Larceny requires intent to deprive the owner of their property. Cases where the defendant believed they had a right to the property, where there was a legitimate business dispute, or where the valuation of the stolen property is contested can all be effectively defended. The prosecution must prove the value of the stolen property beyond a reasonable doubt — that valuation is often contestable.
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