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When does theft become a felony in the state of Ohio?

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I work as Asset Protection and I was wondering how much a person has to steal for it to become a felony in the state of Ohio.
The thing was we caught someone with over 20 items. It all came to over 200 dollars. Would that make it a felony or is it still a misdemeanor?

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2 Responses to “When does theft become a felony in the state of Ohio?”

  1. FRAGINAL-NOYPI on December 21st, 2008 1:35 pm

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    An item must have a substantial value in order that it can be a subject of theft.

  2. Kevin on December 22nd, 2008 8:46 am

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    To become a felony theft in Ohio the property has to be valued at least $500.00.

    There are other items that are a felony regardless of their value. Some of those items are: a negotiable instrument (a check), a credit card, a medical prescription, theft of dangerous drugs, theft from an elderly person (65 YOA or older), a firearm, a motor vehicle.