Wisconsin Theft Policy
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Theft: 3 or 6 years (Wis. Stat. Ann. § 939.74(1))
Petty theft typically refers to the theft of something of low value. Low value is definitely subjective when it comes to people, but the law is pretty clear and typically, under Wisconsin law, it means Class A misdemeanor theft.
Penalties For Shoplifting In Wisconsin, the severity of retail theft charges depends on the value of the merchandise that was taken. For example, retail theft of merchandise that does not exceed $2,500 in value is usually a Class A misdemeanor, which can result in up to nine months in prison and up to $10,000 in fines.
Petty theft: If your knowingly steal less than $500 worth of property from another person without their consent, then you could facing charges of petty theft.
A Wisconsin retail theft charge can be classified as a felony depending on the amount of the item or items taken or value lost on the merchandise. If the value of the merchandise is over $500 but less than $5,000 the retail theft charge is a Class I felony.
(a) Except as provided in sub. (4m), a Class A misdemeanor, if the value of the merchandise does not exceed $500. (bf) A Class I felony, if the value of the merchandise exceeds $500 but does not exceed $5,000. (bm) A Class H felony, if the value of the merchandise exceeds $5,000 but does not exceed $10,000.
Petty theft is defined as the intentional taking of property of an amount less than the state statutory amount. Examples include shoplifting, bicycle theft, and stealing minor items from a residence that the thief was lawfully allowed to enter.
In Wisconsin, if the victim is an individual, theft may be charged as a felony when the value of the property stolen amounts to $2,500 or more. There are a variety of felony classes implicated by the value of the goods stolen, with a maximum possible penalty of twelve and a half years in prison and a $25,000 fine.
If the stolen item(s) value $100 or less, you will be issued a ticket. If the shoplifted merchandise is valued between $100 and $2,500, you'll be charged a Class A misdemeanor and face up to 9 months in prison and a fine up to $10,000.
Stat. §943.20, a criminal theft is one of the following acts: Intentionally taking the property of another individual without their consent and with the intent of depriving the owner. Converting another individual's property from theirs to one's own without their knowledge or consent, including in a business setting.
