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Theft

s.1(1) Theft Act 1968
Theft

Definition

A person is guilty of theft if he dishonestly appropriates property belonging to another with the intention of permanently depriving the other of it; and "thief" and "steal" shall be construed accordingly.

It is immaterial whether the appropriation is made with a view to gain, or is made for the thiefs own benefit.

Points to Prove

- Dishonestly appropriate
- Property
- Belonging to another
- With the intention
- To permanently deprive another of it

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