Conn. Gen. Stat. 53a-125a – Larceny in the fifth degree

Connecticut General Statutes 53a-125a explained for non lawyers

1. What the law prohibits

You commit larceny in the fifth degree when you steal property worth more than $500. This includes shoplifting items of moderate value, stealing electronics, jewelry, or other goods that fall within this price range, or taking money or property worth more than $500 that belongs to someone else.

2. What the penalties are if someone is convicted

• This is a Class B misdemeanor.
• Punishable by:
  • Up to 6 months in jail
  • Up to $1,000 in fines
  • Plus possible probation and restitution (paying back the victim for what was stolen)

3. What the state has to prove to convict someone (Elements of the offense)

To secure a conviction, the state must prove all of the following beyond a reasonable doubt:

1. The defendant wrongfully took property
2. The property belonged to someone else
3. The defendant intended to permanently deprive the owner of the property
4. The taking was done without the owner’s consent
5. The value of the stolen property exceeded $500

Note: This is a step up from sixth degree larceny. If the stolen property is worth $1,000 or more, it becomes fourth degree larceny or higher depending on the value.

For the actual statute, you can visit Justia which has the actual law on its website.

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