Punishment ranges for theft can be confusing, and are directly linked to the value of the property you are accused of stealing. Value is determined by retail value or sales price of the item.
| Value | Class | Incarceration | Parole | Fine |
| Less than $500.00 | Class 2 Misdemeanor | 3 months – 12 months | None | $250 – $1,000 |
| $500.00 – $999.99 | Class 1 Misdemeanor | 6 months – 18 months | None | $500 – 5,000 |
| $1,000.00 – $19,999.99 | Class 4 Felony | 2 – 6 years | 3 year of parole | $2,000 – $500,000 |
| $20,000.00 + | Class 3 Felony | 4 – 12 years | 5 year of parole | $3,000 – $750,000 |