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On 03/02/25, police officers responded to the 18300 block of Brookhurst Street regarding a robbery that just occurred, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department.
Upon arrival, the police officers determined a male subject had entered a business and removed cash from an unattended wallet.
When the subject was confronted by the victim, a physical struggle ensued and the male fled the scene.
The police officers located and apprehended the male a short distance away.
Investigation revealed he was still in possession of the victim’s property along with illegal narcotics and narcotic paraphernalia.
The male was positively identified by the victim and ultimately booked into the Orange County Jail for robbery and narcotics charges.
In California, the penalties for stealing money from a wallet and possessing illegal narcotics can be quite severe:
Stealing Money from a Wallet
- Petty Theft: If the amount stolen is $950 or less, it is considered petty theft, a misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months in county jail and/or a fine of up to $1,0001.
- Grand Theft: If the amount stolen exceeds $950, it is considered grand theft, which can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony. A misdemeanor grand theft conviction can result in up to 1 year in county jail, while a felony conviction can lead to 16 months, 2 years, or 3 years in state prison2.
Possession of Illegal Narcotics
- Misdemeanor Possession: For certain controlled substances, possession can be charged as a misdemeanor, especially for first-time offenders or small quantities. Penalties include up to 1 year in county jail, fines up to $1,000, and probation3.
- Felony Possession: Possession of larger quantities or certain drugs (like heroin, cocaine, or fentanyl) can be charged as a felony, with penalties ranging from 16 months to 3 years in state prison4.
These penalties reflect California’s stringent approach to theft and drug-related offenses.
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