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Larceny Defenses<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Jade Chounlamountry, Esq.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Rhonda Earhart, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Defendants charged with larceny can raise several defenses, including lack of intent, consent, duress, and entrapment. Whether the accused intended to permanently deprive the owner of the property is essential to proving larceny.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Additionally,\u00a0the severity of the larceny charge\u2014misdemeanor or felony\u2014often depends on the value of the stolen property and the circumstances of the case.<\/p>\n

This article will help you learn about larceny defenses, including entrapment, consent, and duress. A criminal law attorney<\/a> can review the facts and evidence of your situation to determine the strongest defense for your case.<\/p>\n

Larceny Charges: Misdemeanors vs. Felonies<\/h2>\n

Criminal law classifies offenses into two primary categories:\u00a0misdemeanors and felonies<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Misdemeanors are less serious offenses. Misdemeanors include minor crimes such as petty theft, simple assault, or public intoxication. Misdemeanor convictions often result in less severe consequences, such as<\/p>\n