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

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

1. What the law prohibits

You commit larceny in the sixth degree when you steal property worth $500 or less. This is the lowest level of theft in Connecticut and covers shoplifting small items, stealing personal belongings of low value, or taking money or goods worth under $500 that belong to someone else.

2. What the penalties are if someone is convicted

• This is a Class C misdemeanor.
• Punishable by:
  • Up to 3 months in jail
  • Up to $500 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 was $500 or less

Note: This is the least serious theft charge in Connecticut. If the stolen property is worth $500 or more, it becomes fifth 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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