How much jail time do pickpockets face?

Question

If you walked by and stole someone's wallet?

Answer 1

In my state a pickpocketing (no violence just taking something from a persons pocket or purse while they are in possession of it) is a class c felony called theft from person. Class c is the lowest felony with a max of 3 years in the penn.

If the bad guy has a good record he will be charged (in my jurisdiction, a big city) with misdemeanor theft (max not more than one year in the county jail). If the stolen item was worth $500 or more it is a higher felony.

A previous theft type conviction makes it an automatic felony charge.

Answer 2

depends on numerous factors.  What is the legal classification for being a pick pocket where you were caught being a dumbass?  How many times were you caught being a dumbass?  is it a felony or a misdemeanor where you were caught being a dumbass?  

lots of factors...don't drop the soap!

Answer 3

The answer depends on what was stolen (i.e. cash value).  Could be any of the three, misd., GM, or felony.

But to answer the question exactly, none.  Jails are pre-sentencing facilities only.  You don't get sentenced to a jail, but to a workhouse or prison.

Answer 4

This is fairly serious since it is actually a robbery. Taking something by force from another person is generally robbery whether it is a wallet or ring or pretty much any property you were in possession of at the time.

Answer 5

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