Retail Theft Felony Thresholds by State
Dollar amount at which retail theft becomes a felony, whether thefts can be aggregated across transactions, and whether prior convictions trigger enhancements.
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| Felony Amount | Aggregation | Prior-Conviction Enhancement |
|---|---|---|
| $500 | Single act | Yes |
| $750 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | 90 days | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $950 | Aggregated | Yes |
| $2,000 | 6 months | Yes |
| $2,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,500 | Single act | Yes |
| $750 | Aggregated | Yes |
| $500 | Single act | Yes |
| $750 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $300 | Single act | Yes |
| $750 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,500 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,500 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,500 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,200 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | 6 months | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $750 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,500 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,500 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,200 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $200 | Single act | Yes |
| $500 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | 180 days | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,500 | Single act | Yes |
| $2,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $2,500 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,500 | Single act | Yes |
| $900 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $750 | Aggregated | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $2,500 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
| $1,000 | Single act | Yes |
California Proposition 36 (2024) added felony enhancements for repeat retail theft offenders. Many states enacted Organized Retail Crime statutes (e.g., CA, FL, IL, NY) imposing felony penalties for coordinated theft schemes regardless of individual dollar amounts.
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.