North Carolina General Statutes 14-72.5. Larceny of motor fuel
Attorney's Note
Under the N.C. Gen. Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 misdemeanor | up to 120 days |
Terms Used In North Carolina General Statutes 14-72.5
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
(a) If any person shall take and carry away motor fuel valued at less than one thousand dollars ($1,000) from an establishment where motor fuel is offered for retail sale with the intent to steal the motor fuel, that person shall be guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor.
(b) The term “motor fuel” as used in this section shall have the same meaning as found in N.C. Gen. Stat. § 105-449.60(20).
(c) Conviction Report Sent to Division of Motor Vehicles. – The court shall report final convictions of violations of this section to the Division of Motor Vehicles. The Division of Motor Vehicles shall revoke a person’s drivers license for a second or subsequent conviction under this section in accordance with N.C. Gen. Stat. § 20-17(a)(16). (2001-352, s. 1.)