Legal Definitions - grand

GRAND

Grand is an adjective used to describe a crime that involves stealing money or property that is worth more than a certain amount set by the law. This type of crime is considered more serious than those involving a lesser amount and is known as grand theft. It is the opposite of petty theft.

• Stealing a car worth $10,000 or more is considered grand theft.
• Robbing a bank and stealing more than $1,000 is also an example of grand theft.

These examples illustrate how grand theft is a serious crime that involves stealing a significant amount of money or property. The value of the stolen item determines whether the crime is considered grand or petty theft.