Larceny

The trespassory taking and carrying away of another's personal property with intent to permanently deprive.

Larceny, embezzlement, and false pretenses are the three classic theft offenses, distinguished by how the defendant got the property. Larceny = wrongful taking from another’s possession. Embezzlement = fraudulent conversion of property already lawfully held. False pretenses = obtaining title through a knowing misrepresentation of fact.

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