

“Theft”—called “larceny” in some states—is a broad term that can cover a wide variety of criminal offenses.
The names applied to the thefts are commonly called larceny, petty theft, grand theft depending on state in which the victim lives or is visiting that depend the circumstances of the crime.
For instance, depending on the relevant law, theft can occur where someone doesn’t pay for but uses:
cable, cellphone, or electricity services
hotel or restaurant accommodations, or
Importantly, many states as well as the federal government have passed laws specifically criminalizing identity theft.





