Larceny

Question 1

Elements of larceny

Answer 1

1. the taking;
2. and carrying away;
3. of the tangible personal property;
4. of another;
5. with the intent to permanently deprive the owner thereof.

Question 2

When is Carrying Away element satisfied?

Answer 2

Carrying away is complete upon even slightest movement

Question 3

Taking and Carrying Away must concur…

Answer 3

… in time,

with intent to permanently deprive

Question 4

Intent required for larceny?

Answer 4

Specific intent to permanently deprive

Question 5

Defenses to Larceny

Answer 5

Genuine belief that it:

• it is your property,
• abandoned property, or
• claim of right (even if unreasonable)

Question 6

Larceny by Trick

Answer 6

∆ obtains possession,

by presenttion or promise he knows is false,

at the time he takes possession

Custody/Possession/Title:

• gain possession by fraud

Actus Reus:

• Inducement of possession by fraud
• Conversion

Mens Rea:

• Intent to permanently deprive