Maryland Theft Amounts and Penalties
Theft Under $100
Is a misdemeanor in the state of Maryland.
Face up to 90 days imprisonment and/or a fine up to $500.
Restoration of the property taken to the owner or pay the owner the value of the property/services.
Theft Under $1,000
Is a misdemeanor in the state of Maryland
Face up to 18 months imprisonment and/or a fine up to $500.
Restoration of the property taken to the owner or pay the owner the value of the property/services.
Theft of at least $1,000 but less than $10,000
Is a felony in the state of Maryland.
Face up to 10 years of imprisonment and/or a fine of up to $10,000.
Restoration of the property taken to the owner or pay the owner the value of the property/services.
Theft of at least $10,000 but less than $100,000
Is a felony in the state of Maryland.
Face up to 15 years of imprisonment and/or a fine of up to $15,000.
Restoration of the property taken to the owner or pay the owner the value of the property/services.
Theft of $100,000 or more
Is a felony in the state of Maryland.
Face up to 25 years of imprisonment and/or a fine of up to $25,000.
Restoration of the property taken to the owner or pay the owner the value of the property/services.
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If you find yourself facing an allegation of theft in Maryland, contact a Maryland criminal defense lawyer to go over the facts of your case and explore any possible defenses you may have before going to court.
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