Kat McClain

Attorney · University of Houston Law Center

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New Mexico Misdemeanor and Felony Larceny Laws
New Mexico laws prohibit a wide range of conduct relating to theft, including larceny, falsely obtaining services, receiving stolen property, and shoplifting. Learn how quickly theft can add up to a felony.
New York Statutory Rape Laws
In New York, it is illegal for a person to have sex with a minor younger than 17, even if the sex is consensual. Those who break the law have committed statutory rape.
Mississippi Laws on Petit and Grand Larceny and Shoplifting
Mississippi law refers to the crime of theft as larceny. Learn about the penalties for petit and grand larceny.
Montana Misdemeanor and Felony Theft and Shoplifting
Montana classifies most of its theft offenses according to the value of the property or services stolen—and, in some cases, by the type of property or victim involved in the theft. Penalties can quickly add up to a felony.
Massachusetts Misdemeanor and Felony Larceny and Shoplifting Laws
Like several other states, Massachusetts classifies its larceny offenses according to the value of the stolen property or the type of property or victim involved in the crime.
South Carolina Burglary and Criminal Trespass
South Carolina protects people and their property from intruders with the state's burglary and trespass laws. Learn the difference between these two crimes and what crosses the line from trespass to burglary.
Maryland Misdemeanor and Felony Theft and Shoplifting Laws
Learn how quickly theft and shoplifting offenses add up to felonies in Maryland.
Cyberbullying and Online Stalking Laws in North Carolina
This article discusses North Carolina’s cyberstalking and related criminal laws that apply when cyberbullying occurs by or against teens.
Auto Theft Laws in Washington
Like many states, a conviction for motor vehicle theft or a related crime in Washington can result in a lengthy prison sentence and hefty fines.
Nebraska Misdemeanor and Felony Theft and Shoplifting Laws
Nebraska theft laws prohibit a wide range of conduct, including stealing, theft by deception, theft of services, receiving stolen property, and shoplifting. Learn how quickly theft adds up to a felony.
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