Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Practice Exam

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Grand theft involves the theft of anything of value amounting to what minimum value?

$500
$250
$300
$100

The correct answer is: $300

Grand theft in Florida is classified as the unlawful taking of someone else's property, with the key aspect being the value of that property. The minimum threshold that qualifies theft as "grand theft" is set at $300. This means that if the property stolen is valued at $300 or more, the offense is considered grand theft, which can result in more severe legal penalties compared to petty theft, which involves items of lesser value. This classification is critical in differentiating between misdemeanor and felony charges, as grand theft can be charged as a third-degree felony in many cases, depending on the value and nature of the property stolen. By establishing the bar at $300, the law draws a clear line to determine when theft escalates to a more serious criminal offense, reflecting the value and impact of the crime on the victim.