There are four classes of Theft in Hawaii:
1. Theft 1 - This is when someone steals a gun, Dynamite or and explosive, property or services over $300 during a governor declared emergency, property or services worth $750 or more from a person known to be over 60 years old, a person steals a car or motorcycle, or steals something worth over $20,000. This is a Class B felony with a possible 10 years in jail and/or $25,000.00 fine;
2. Theft 2 - This is applicable to pick pocketing an item of any value, property or services over $750, or Aquacultural products from a fenced property with no trespass signs. This is a Class C felony with a possible 5 years in jail and/or $10,000 fine;
3. Theft 3 - This is when someone steals something worth over $250, or steals gas or other petroleum products. It is a full misdemeanor with a maximum possible 1 year in jail and/or a $2000 fine.
4. Theft 4 - This is when someone steals something worth $250 or less. It is a Petty Misdemeanor with a maximum possible penalty of 30 days in jail and/or $1000.00 fine.
Shoplifting is leaving a store without paying for goods. It is basically a theft with the case classified by the values above.
Mr. Burge has represented hundreds of persons accused of Shoplifting and/or Theft. If this is your first offense, you may be able to keep your record clean even if you were guilty if charged with Theft 1 through 4.
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