Misdemeanor Theft Charge Enhancement

Summary

In Indiana, a misdemeanor theft can be enhanced to a felony if the person has a prior unrelated theft conviction, regardless of how old it is. Prior convictions can impact the severity of charges.

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Can a mis. theft be enhanced to felony theft for a prior theft that is over * yrs old
What is the location of the incident? Laws regarding enhancement of charges can vary by state.
Indiana
In Indiana, a misdemeanor theft can be enhanced to a felony if the person has a prior unrelated theft conviction, regardless of how old it is.
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Do you have any other prior convictions apart from the theft that is over 10 years old?

- In Indiana, prior convictions can impact the severity of charges.