Theft: dishonest movement of movable property out of another's possession triggers criminal liability and prescribed sanctions.

Theft is the dishonest intention to take movable property out of another's possession by moving it; severance, causing movement, or removing obstacles suffice as moving. Consent may be express or implied and may be given by a possessor or an authorised person. Dishonest taking distinguishes theft from lawful detention, criminal breach of trust, or misappropriation. Illustrations address servants, bailees, finders, pawned or pledged goods, inducement of animals, concealment, and honest belief of ownership. Penalties include imprisonment or fine, harsher terms on repeat conviction, and community service for certain first-time restituted cases.

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